Feb. 17, 2007 - If you believe in parental rights you MUST read this article.
Boy, this article is a doozy- a must read.
Here are some bits:
"The state must fight 'discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation' in ways that 'do not perpetuate stereotypes,'" the lawyers for the school district argued. They also explained to the judge that, in their opinion, parents have no right to control what ideas the school presents to elementary schoolchildren, and if parents disagree with that dictate, they can take their children elsewhere.
"Once I have elected to send my child to public school, my fundamental right does not allow me to direct what my child is exposed to in the public school," said the school's lawyer.
Parker was arrested and jailed in Lexington in April 2005 over his request – and the school's refusal – to notify him when adults discuss homosexuality or transgenderism with his elementary-age son. The school took that position despite a state law requiring such notification.
Comments
Feb. 17, 2007 - Untitled Comment
Posted by drewsfamilytx
That completely makes me ill!
It's too bad that we those who send their children to public school have one more thing to worry about. Add that to violence, bullying, inaccurate textbooks, peer pressure, homework overload, etc.
That stance by the district and even just reading the words offends me to the core.
I don't know why there isn't more public outrage over this kind of stuff...
Grrr....
Well, I DO hope that you have a fantastic weekend, though!
Marsha
Mar. 1, 2007 - Thanks
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