Olentangy Orange High School Principal Monica Asher returned to work Tuesday, a school district spokeswoman said.
Asher was placed on paid administrative leave this past Thursday after she sent a newsletter to district staff lamenting the results of the Nov. 5 election.
Asher didn't specifically mention President-elect Donald Trump or Republicans in her newsletter.
"I know you are struggling to move forward with your students who are afraid, but also how to move forward with your colleagues who don't share your views," Asher wrote. "This week, I saw pain, uncertainty, and division. I have to be honest, I am not entirely sure how to tell you how to move forward."
Asher also used a metaphor of a herd of buffalo weathering a storm to say the district will persevere after the election.
In a statement, the school district said: "While Ms. Asher violated our policies, through our investigation she fully understands and acknowledges the negative impact of her message. One of our district values is we can always get better, and as we teach our students, we must take responsibility and learn from our mistakes. Principal Asher has issued an apology and has been disciplined consistent with our policies.
"Since joining the district in 2022, Principal Asher has strived to create a welcoming culture for the entire Pioneer community, and the District will partner with her to continue to promote a culture of inclusive excellence for all Pioneer students, families, and staff," the statement said.
