First-grade teacher who wore blackface to Halloween party under investigation by school board

A 32-year-old first-grade teacher from Iowa is reportedly being investigated for wearing blackface to a Halloween party. The teacher, identified as Megan Luloff, was dressed as LaFawnduh from Napoleon Dynamite for the occasion and was seen posing for pictures, wearing dark makeup in an effort to look African-American. 

Blackface is the practice of wearing makeup and costumes by non-black people to appear as a person of color. The practice, which is seen as disparaging stereotypes, is strongly criticized by the Aboriginal community, civil rights, and anti-discrimination groups and activists.

Reports state Luloff, who teaches at Walcott Elementary School, covered her face, arms, hands, and feet with dark makeup. She was also wearing a leopard print blouse, white pants, and heels to the party which was held at the Walcott American Legion on Friday night last week, according to the Daily Mail. The teacher was seen posing for pictures with other smiling partygoers who did not appear to see anything amiss with her controversial choice of costume.

Davenport School District Superintendent Art Tate, while talking to the Quad-City Times, condemned the incident and said that "Blackface is never appropriate in any circumstance by any person." Vice president of the district's school board, Linda Hayes, told the news outlet that the teacher's decision to do blackface, and also sharing pictures of it online, is harmful to the minority students studying at the school. 

"I cannot clearly articulate how offensive and appalling it is to people of color. In light of our recent developments within the district, this was in very poor taste, not to mention totally out of line with regard to professionalism," Hayes said.

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The school district also released a statement saying that it will come to a decision about the teacher's employment at the school once their investigation into the incident is complete. “The district strives to provide a quality education enriched by our diverse community, in a fair and supportive environment for all,” the statement read.

“The images run counter to the respect, values, and beliefs the district promotes and should not be a reflection on the District as a whole," The Root reported. “This situation is not taken lightly by any member of the board. The district will determine how to best address the matter after further investigation," the statement added.

The news of the incident comes after NBC host Megyn Kelly faced heavy criticism for her controversial remarks about blackface for a Halloween costume. Kelly had reportedly stated that it was "okay" for white people to wear blackface when she was growing up.

15 Shoulder Rides That Went Terribly Wrong

Offering to give someone a ride on your shoulder has many benefits. It’s a nice gesture because it lets someone see the stage, when they might not be able to otherwise. Alternatively, it can be used to give someone a boost to a high place. It’s also an intimate way to get close to someone–but they’re not always as great as you might think. Here are some examples of some hilarious shoulder ride mishaps!

#Great Pain

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In this photo, the look on this guy’s face makes it very, very clear that he is in pain. He seems like a real soldier though, for continuing to hold someone on their shoulders so that they can see the show.

#This One Might Hurt Even Worse!

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While the last involves great physical pain, this one seems to involve great physical pain. This guy looks pretty damn bummed to be helping a woman he’s into hookup. Talk about painful! This might be one of the worst shoulder rides ever captured on camera.

#Basically a Ladder

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Here, this guy looks completely miserable as well–but hey, at least he is being helpful. This image defies context, as it is clear that this guy’s only purpose is to be a ladder–talk about a terrible duty to perform in life. 

#Staring

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This photo makes this list not because of a terrible shoulder ride–but because it is hilarious. The girl on the guy’s shoulders is actually doing fine, and the guy looks pretty content. The thing that makes this photo hilarious is the guy on the far left who was 

caught staring on camera.

#poop on his back


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it’s time to just throw the baby away

#Sad Boys Club

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Here’s another sad guy giving a girl a shoulder ride. Why even do it if your heart isn’t in it, buddy? Maybe he just wants to be helpful, but he looks like he just wants to enjoy the show! Poor guy.

#Prince Charming

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This one is straight out of a Disney fantasy, and is one of the actual happy shoulder rides on this list. It’s such a lovely photo, and both the guy and girl are playing their part fantastically to create a great image. 

#Oh no!

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Terrible, this one is terrible. This little fella has clearly taken advantage of a shoulder ride in order to do his business. I feel really bad for this guy–who is probably the dad–for falling victim to this diabolical child’s scheme.

#So Awkward

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This is such an awkward photo, this guy giving a girl a shoulder ride is a little bit too close to his buddy’s crotch, at what is undoubtedly a terrible time to be there. This is just an awkward photo through and through. 

#Helping Someone Cross the Road

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Why did the chicken cross the road? Or… something like that. This is a very weird photo, and it is pretty hard to figure out what’s going on here. Whatever’s happening–the guy doesn’t look too happy about it–making for a terrible shoulder ride.

#The Many Faces of Being Unhappy

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Three faces, all equally unhappy. This guy looks like he is really unhappy to have offered up this shoulder ride. In general, he just seems bored and like he’d rather be just about anywhere else–which is what makes this such a great photo!

#I’m Getting too old for this…

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Another photo of pure regret. If this guy could escape, he definitely would. Here’s a pro tip for all of you out there–don’t offer up a shoulder ride unless you’re really willing to deal with how terrible they can feel on your neck.

#Stacking


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This hilarious photo is a really creative way to turn a one seater couch into a two seater. It’s genuinely really impressive, and a pretty funny play on the more traditional ‘shoulder ride’ technique. Props to this dynamic duo for their creativity!

#Why am I doing this again?

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Imagine being right in the spotlight, but no one is looking at you at all. That’s what’s going on here. The only person looking at him was us as the audience of this photo–because the people at the crowd were focused on the performer.

#I’ve Made a Huge Mistake!

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This is the most quintessential photo of someone regretting offering to give someone a ride on their shoulder. No list would be complete without it, so of course we have decided to include it at the end of this list.

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Most Liked Instagram Pics of 2017

Beyonce, Selena Gomez and Cristiano Ronaldo use no filter in sharing their personal moments with fans on Instagram! With big announcements, personal milestones and photos documenting their day-to-day lives, the superstars dominated the list of Instagram’s most-liked photos of 2017. Scroll down to see the pics!

Ba-Bey Announcement

“We would like to share our love and happiness. We have been blessed two times over,” Beyonce wrote on February 1, to announce that she and Jay-Z were expecting twins. “We are incredibly grateful that our family will be growing by two, and we thank you for your well wishes. - The Carters”

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Growing Team

Cristiano Ronaldo announced on November 12 that he and girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez had welcomed daughter Alana Martina.

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On the Mend

“I found out I needed to get a kidney transplant due to my Lupus and was recovering. It was what I needed to do for my overall health,” Selena Gomez wrote on September 14. “I honestly look forward to sharing with you, soon my journey through these past several months as I have always wanted to do with you. Until then I want to publicly thank my family and incredible team of doctors for everything they have done for me prior to and post-surgery. And finally, there aren’t words to describe how I can possibly thank my beautiful friend Francia Raisa. She gave me the ultimate gift and sacrifice by donating her kidney to me. I am incredibly blessed. I love you so much sis.”

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They’re Here

“Sir Carter and Rumi,” Beyonce wrote on July 14 alongside the first official photo of her newborns. “1 month today. ”

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New Additions

“So happy to be able to hold the two new loves of my life ,” Ronaldo wrote on June 29 of  newborn twins Eva and Mateo.

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Made in the Shades

Gomez posted a caption-less photo of herself and now-ex boyfriend The Weeknd at Coachella on April 15.

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Hand-in-Hand

The duo made their first red carpet appearance as a couple at the Met Gala on May 1, where Gomez was seen whispering “I love you” to her then-beau.

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Lounging Around

“Family mood ” Ronaldo wrote on August 27.

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Along for the Ride

Gomez shared a photo from her first Vogue cover shoot on March 17.

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Cakewalk

“Thank you for all of my bday love. I couldn't be more blessed,” Gomez wrote on July 23. “A lot of you don't realize how much you mean to me. I. Love. You. --think 25 is going to be epic. Xo”

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Emmys 2017: Wonderful Moments From the Audience, Red Carpet and Backstage You Didn't See

The biggest names in television came together for the 2017 Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Sunday, September 17. Scroll down to see the best unseen moments from the audience, red carpet and backstage at the Microsoft Theater!
Over Here!
Millie Bobby Brown pulled out her iPhone to snap a selfie with Nicole Kidman in the audience.
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Pointing Fingers
Tony Hale gave a thumbs-up to the camera while his Veep costar Anna Chlumsky made a funny face.
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Just Like Dad
Liev Schreiber and his son Kai, 8, wore matching tuxedos and bow ties on the red carpet.
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Victory
Kate McKinnon held up her Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series on the red carpet in the press room. She won the award for her performances on NBC's Saturday Night Live.
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Lovebirds
Alexis Bledel and husband Vincent Kartheiser wrapped their arms around each other in the green room.
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A Cinderella Moment
Halston Sage was escorted down the red carpet by Zac Posen, who designed her princess-like dress.
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Relationship Goals
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys were a stylish duo at the Emmys as they held hands in the audience.
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Hey, O!
Oprah Winfrey shook hands with Milo Ventimiglia while sitting in the audience.
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Smiles All Around
Julia Louis-Dreyfus was grinning from ear to ear on stage after accepting the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for HBO's Veep from presenters Debra Messing and Chris Hardwick.
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Double Take
Elisabeth Moss had her hands full in the press room as she held her Emmys for Outstanding Drama Series and Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series for Hulu's The Handmaid's Tale.
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Ziggy and adeline Reunite
Big Little Lies costars Iain Armitage and Reese Witherspoon posed for a picture during a commercial break.
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Not So Strange
Stranger Things costars Gaten Matarazzo, Millie Bobby Brown and Finn Wolfhard enjoyed a night out.
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Baby on Board
James Corden rubbed his pregnant wife Julia Carey's baby bump on the red carpet. They are already the parents of son Max, 6, and daughter Carey, 2.
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Say Cheese
Gabrielle Union and Dwayne Wade took a selfie together in the audience before the show kicked off.
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No Love Lost
Alexander Skarsgård and Nicole Kidman, who played a not-so-picture-perfect couple on Big Little Lies, were all smiles while posing with three of the eight Emmys that the HBO drama won.
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An Emotional Win
Ryan Michelle Bathe was nearly in tears as her husband, Sterling K. Brown, received the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for NBC's This Is Us.
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Twin Aler
Dylan Frances Penn and her mother, Robin Wright, looked so alike on the red carpet.
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What a Night
The Handmaid's Tale stars Elisabeth Moss and Ann Dowd celebrated on stage with their costars as they accepted the award for Outstanding Drama Series.
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Best Buds
Aziz Ansari and Evan Rachel Wood posed for a picture on the red carpet.
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Three's a Crowd
Ryan Michelle Bathe chatted with William H. Macy and Felicity Huffman before heading inside the Microsoft Theater.
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So in Love
Felicity Huffman and William H. Macy struck a fun pose on the red carpet.
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Staying Hydrated
Laverne Cox sipped on water from a bottle with a straw while arriving at the Emmys.
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Onscreen Pals
Susan Sarandon and Thandie Newton, who costar in the upcoming drama The Death and Life of John F. Donovan, walked the red carpet together.
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