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Public commenter urges North Penn board to review 'Wit and Wisdom' curriculum for political content
Summary
During public comment a community member urged the board to review the Wit and Wisdom curriculum, asserting it contained political or 'social justice' themes inappropriate for phonics instruction; trustees acknowledged the comment but took no immediate action.
A community member used the public comment period of the April 22 North Penn board meeting to urge trustees to review the Wit and Wisdom curriculum, saying the materials included political messaging and "social justice warrior themes" in early literacy instruction.
The commenter said a district teacher raised concerns and referenced the American School Counselor Association in the guidance the commenter reviewed, asserting that counselors should "help the student, not indoctrinate the student in a way of thinking." The speaker said they would follow up with district staff.
President Ramage thanked the speaker for bringing the concern to the board. The transcript records no immediate policy action or motion; the comment will remain part of the public record and may prompt follow‑up by staff or trustees outside the meeting.
