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Board approves instructional materials list after debate over Octavia Butler’s "Bloodchild"
Summary
The board approved a package of textbooks and instructional materials after discussion about titles recommended for high‑school classes; board members debated the inclusion of Octavia Butler’s Bloodchild for 10th grade and a handful of titles were not recommended.
The Carroll County Board of Education approved a slate of instructional materials and textbooks on Wednesday after curriculum review and public availability earlier this spring. Board members discussed one title in particular — Octavia Butler’s Bloodchild and Other Stories — which prompted discussion about mature themes and classroom use.
Materials review process: Dr. McCabe said the materials had gone through the curriculum council and a month-long public review period in May.…
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