Courtney Was a Permanent Employee at a Public Elementary School

Multiple Choice

Courtney was a permanent employee at a public elementary school and had been working in the school's administrative department for more than two years.She worked for close to 30 hours a week.Her supervisor,along with a few other administrative workers,routinely took stationery and other supplies home for personal use.After Courtney reported the theft to the police and local newspaper,she was fired from her job without being given a notice.Which of the following is true in this scenario?

A) Courtney does not have a cause of action for wrongful discharge.
B) Courtney may have a cause of action pursuant to the whistle-blower protection statutes.
C) Courtney is an at-will employee and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
D) Courtney cannot sue her employer for retaliatory discharge as she is not engaging in a protected activity.