Mom of 3 Is Barred from Kids’ School Due to Her Tattoos & Faces Job Discrimination

Cora, a 35-year-old mother of three from a small town in Ohio, has always been proud of her unique appearance. With vibrant tattoos covering most of her body, she stands out in any crowd. However, her distinctive look has led to unexpected challenges, particularly when it comes to her children’s school and finding employment.

Recently, Cora faced a heartbreaking situation when she was barred from attending her children’s school play. Her kids, Ella, Aurora, and Robert, were excited to perform in the annual holiday production. Cora had been looking forward to seeing them on stage, but the school administration had other plans.

On the day of the play, Cora arrived at the school only to be stopped at the entrance by the principal. “I’m sorry, but we can’t allow you inside,” the principal said, avoiding eye contact. “Your appearance is too disruptive for the children and other parents.”

Cora was stunned. She had never imagined that her tattoos would prevent her from supporting her children. With tears in her eyes, she was forced to watch the play through a window from outside the school building. “It was humiliating,” Cora recalls. “I felt like I was being treated as less than human just because of how I look.”

This wasn’t the first time Cora had faced discrimination due to her tattoos. She has struggled to find steady employment for years. Despite having a strong work ethic and a willingness to take on any job, she has been turned away from numerous positions. “I’ve applied for everything from office jobs to cleaning toilets,” Cora says. “But as soon as they see me, they make up some excuse not to hire me.”

Cora’s situation is not unique. Many people with visible tattoos face similar prejudices in various aspects of their lives. However, Cora’s case is particularly severe due to the small-town mentality of her community. “People here are very conservative,” she explains. “They don’t understand that tattoos are just a form of self-expression.”

In addition to employment challenges, Cora has also been banned from several local businesses. She recounts an incident at a local diner where she was asked to leave because her appearance was “scaring other customers.” “I couldn’t believe it,” she says. “I was just there to have a meal with my kids.”

Despite these setbacks, Cora remains determined to provide for her family and fight against the discrimination she faces. She has started an online petition to raise awareness about the issue and is considering legal action against the school for barring her from attending her children’s events.

“I want people to understand that I’m just like any other mom,” Cora says. “I love my kids and want the best for them. My tattoos don’t change that.”

Cora’s story has garnered attention on social media, with many people expressing their support and outrage over her treatment. “It’s 2023; we should be past judging people based on their appearance,” one commenter wrote.

As Cora continues her fight for acceptance and equality, she hopes that her story will inspire others to look beyond appearances and recognize the person within. “I just want to be treated with respect,” she says. “For myself and for my kids.”