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Parent group urges Linn‑Mar schools to prepare teachers for inclusive Thanksgiving lessons
Summary
Elizabeth Esling of the Marion Alliance for Racial Equity read a letter urging the Linn‑Mar district to provide teachers resources and guidance so November holiday lessons reflect Indigenous perspectives and avoid inaccurate portrayals of colonization.
Elizabeth Esling, a parent and board member of the Marion Alliance for Racial Equity, urged the Linn‑Mar Community School District to help teachers approach Thanksgiving lessons with greater historical accuracy and sensitivity. Reading a letter to the board, Esling asked the district to proactively share resources and guidance with staff before the November holidays so classroom…
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