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Board debates parent and board roles in textbook selection; some members warn against overinvolvement
Summary
During policy evaluation the board discussed model policies on textbook and library material selection. Some board members proposed parent and board participation on selection committees; others warned that adding board members or broad parental representation risks overreach and 'censorship.'
An informational review of model policies IJL and IJJ on library materials and textbook selection prompted a sustained debate among board members about who should serve on selection committees. "Parents and students may be asked to serve on textbook selection committees," Speaker 2 said; she suggested it might be beneficial for a board…
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