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Public commenters urge end to DEI efforts and oppose Lifewise Academy pilot; board hears a range of views
Summary
Thirteen community members and group representatives spoke at Harford County Public Schools' March 10 meeting, with many urging the board either to remove DEI‑related activities and curriculum elements or to reject Lifewise Academy’s proposed released‑time religious instruction; librarians and educators urged reliance on professional review processes for library materials.
Thirteen public speakers — including four group representatives — addressed the Harford County Board of Education during the March 10 public‑comment period. The remarks covered a range of issues; recurring topics included diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), school funding, and a proposal to allow Lifewise Academy (a faith‑based released‑time program) to operate in some schools.
Several speakers and groups urged the board to eliminate DEI programming, social‑emotional learning, and gender‑identity guidance from school materials…
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