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Parent urges board to retain named protections after policy language changes; district says it will still investigate harassment
Summary
A Grimes parent told the board she believes removing named protected classes from district policy sends a 'chilling message' to students and urged the board to retain gender identity and other specific protections.
Denise Perez, a Grimes resident and parent of a 2025 graduate, used the public comment period to urge the board to retain explicit references to gender identity and other protected classes in district policy. Perez said students of color are disproportionately disciplined, that girls and LGBTQ students face harassment that often goes unaddressed, and that removing named protections is "not symbolic, it is a shield." She also raised concerns about recent leadership decisions and asked the board to prioritize long‑term vision and stability.
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