Board debates adding explicit opt-out checkboxes, including LGBT-inclusive instruction
Board members proposed adding more specific language and checkboxes (including an "LGBT-inclusive education" option) to the opt-out notice to increase clarity; staff warned checkboxes could be too narrow and suggested policy language instead.
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At the Oct. 5 work session several board members urged more explicit opt-out wording. One member (S7) proposed insertion of a clause and checkboxes to make clear that "all classes of instruction pertaining to comprehensive human sexuality education" would be covered by an opt-out and suggested a specific checkbox for "LGBT inclusive education." "Could we not put that in there?" S7 asked, arguing the language would reassure parents and increase signups.
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