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Lengthy public comment session urges board to review policy 57-56 on gender identity
Summary
Multiple residents used the board’s public-comment period to call for repeal or critical review of policy 57-56 (covering gender identity, restroom/locker access and parental notification). Speakers cited parental-rights concerns and legal risks; board members and staff said the policy is under review and legal guidance has been consulted.
A sizable portion of the board’s public-comment period on Aug. 20 was devoted to appeals to rescind or critically review policy 57-56, which addresses student gender identity, restroom and locker-room access and parental notification.
Anthony Mara said the policy "keeps parents in the dark" about children’s gender-related decisions and called for abolishing policy 57-56. "Policy 57-56 is contrary to the golden rule," he said, urging the board to remove the policy now.
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