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The Laramie Project in Jefferson County
The award-winning theater department of Jefferson High School (located just across the border in West Virginia) will be presenting The Laramie Project next week. Shows are February 7th through the 11th (click on the graphic for times and ticket information). … Continue reading
Posted in Commentary, Events
Tagged Drama policy, Hate groups, Heckler's veto, School Board, Schools, Unintended consequences, Youth
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Reality: It’s just too controversial
Update: The Maryland code, sensibly enough, contains a provision advising schools to teach that there is such a thing as “sexual variation.” What a radical concept: Teaching students that reality is what it is, rather than what some special interest … Continue reading
Posted in Commentary
Tagged Heckler's veto, Montgomery County, Reality-based world, Sexuality education
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Teach facts, not beliefs
I just heard a very good discussion on WETA of the ongoing Montgomery County sexuality education controversy (the modified curriculum is being voted on today). Guests were David Fishback, a PFLAG parent and founding member of the parents organization that … Continue reading
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Tagged Heckler's veto, Montgomery County, PFLAG, Schools, Sexuality education, Youth
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Don’t poke the bear
Archive of drama policy material The panel on the LCPS theatrical presentations policy held last night was very illuminating – kudos to the LEAP program coordinators for pulling it together. There will be a detailed report later below the fold, … Continue reading
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Tagged Concerned Women for America, Dick Black, Drama policy, Hate groups, Heckler's veto, LCSB, School Board, Schools, Viewpoint discrimination, Youth
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“Identity politics” at LEAP
Why would a counseling professional discuss adolescent identity formation and challenges to fitting in at school, and fail to include a discussion of sexual orientation and gender conformity? This is an excellent question, and one that several parents asked me … Continue reading →