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District 11 adopts revised library‑resources policy after debate over wording on 'obscene' material
Summary
After debate over language and scope, the Board of Education adopted policy IJL (instructional materials and library resources) on Nov. 19, 2025, including an amendment changing the term 'obscenities' to 'obscene' in the selection and maintenance section. Board members also discussed but did not add an 'inclusive' modifier; the motion passed by roll call.
The Colorado Springs School District No. 11 Board of Education voted on Nov. 19 to adopt a revised policy governing instructional materials and library resources (policy IJL), approving an amendment that changes the bullet language from 'obscenities' to the adjective 'obscene.'
Director Huber initially moved to adopt the policy as presented. Director Art/Ott proposed three edits the night before: adding the word "inclusive" to a bullet about balanced collections, changing the wording from "obscenities" to "obscene," and restoring a reference to student interest. Board discussion focused chiefly on the…
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