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Novel adoption committee urges expanded book list; trustees ask for full lists and opt‑out details
Summary
A teacher committee proposed adding contemporary and diverse novels (e.g., American Like Me, Born a Crime, Bronx Masquerade, Midnight Library) to Perris Union’s secondary curriculum. Trustees asked for teacher glosses, samples showing derogatory language context and a clear parent opt‑out process; the item remains informational and will return as an action item with full materials.
A teacher-led committee presented a proposed expansion of the district novel list on Feb. 12, with members saying the intent is to increase student engagement and pair contemporary voices with existing curriculum units.
Noel Camon, a committee member from Perris High School, told the board the committee “didn't just pick books because they were popular or new — every title went through a rigorous process” considering literary merit, standards alignment and…
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