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Parents urge review of elementary library books after 'Drama' found in classroom; board took no immediate action
Summary
Two parents asked the Talawanda board to restrict or relocate an illustrated book, Drama, from elementary classrooms, citing explicit content and requesting a policy review. Board members did not announce any immediate policy changes during the meeting.
Two members of the public told the Talawanda City School District board on Thursday they want the district to review and restrict elementary‑level access to a graphic novel, Drama, which they said is available in at least one elementary classroom.
What parents said - Katie Benge, a parent from Hanover Township, said her 8‑year‑old daughter encountered “explicit content” and that the book, which Benge described as having LGBTQ themes, is listed by national groups as frequently challenged. Benge asked the district to relocate material addressing “adolescent…
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