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Goochland school meeting spotlights debate over equity policy after federal guidance
Summary
Public comment at the March board meeting centered on proposed changes to the district's equity policy after federal guidance; parents and community members urged the board to retain protections under Title VI and Title IX while staff summarized legal advice prompting a recommended repeal for compliance review.
At a March board meeting, public comment overwhelmingly focused on proposed changes to Goochland County Public Schools' equity policy and whether the division should revise policies in light of recent federal guidance.
Speakers during an extended public-comment period urged the board to preserve equity and inclusion practices. Laura Kasner, represented in the record by a read statement, warned against amending district policies in ways that could conflict with Title VI and Title IX and urged the board to "put kids before politics." Dr. Mita Potts and Beth Talling urged the board to retain policies that promote access and support for marginalized students, while parents…
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