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Parents, alumni and students urge Clayton schools to pause ADL curriculum over reporting, political concerns
Summary
Three public commenters asked the Clayton Board of Education to pause implementation of the Anti-Defamation League's 'No Place for Hate' curriculum, citing reporting measures, lobbying activity, and potential chilling effects on immigrant, Black and Brown students; speakers suggested alternative vendors and a transparent review process.
Three members of the Clayton community urged the school board on Monday to pause the district’s partnership with the Anti-Defamation League and delay adopting ADL curriculum across local schools.
“My concern is that ... the ADL's presence will have a chilling effect for immigrant students and families,” said Jessica Jankosy, who testified that students and parents fear reporting mechanisms tied to ADL materials could expose families to immigration enforcement. Jankosy asked the board to “put a pause on the implementation of the ADL curriculum” and to consult students, families and teachers about…
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