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Needham School District is committed to excellence, equity, and preparing every student for a successful future.
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90 schoolsElementary Schools
(31)Middle Schools
(13)High Schools
(14)Other Schools
(32)Reported Incidents
Report an IncidentCommunity-reported and third-party-sourced concerns. All incidents are allegations, not established facts.
Principal's BLM, DEI Messaging
Alleged incident at Needham High School · Needham School District · Massachusetts
On the first day of school, the principal of a high school made a personal statement about his identity and showed a Black Lives Matter video to students. The school also displayed numerous social justice messages and outlined a commitment to deconstructing racism and fostering an anti-racist culture through its curriculum and initiatives. Parents expressed concerns about the school's focus on these topics.
Biology class teaches gender ideology
Alleged incident at Needham High School · Needham School District · Massachusetts
Students at a high school reported that a biology genetics unit incorporated lessons on gender identity. The curriculum included slides on human and non-human biological variation. Some students perceived the lesson as promoting the idea that gender transition is natural.
Lynwood Schools Partner Planned Parenthood
Alleged incident in Lynwood Unified School District · California
The Lynwood Unified School District has established an agreement with Planned Parenthood Los Angeles to manage health education and operate "Student Well-Being Centers" in its schools. These centers will offer various health services, including reproductive health and referrals, supported by a substantial federal grant.
District approves DEI training contract
Alleged incident in Lynwood Unified School District · California
The Lynwood Unified School District approved a substantial contract for professional development. This training focuses on concepts like oppression, unconscious bias, and discrimination for its "Equity Warrior Teams." The district aims to enhance equity, inclusivity, and student outcomes through this program.
Source: GreatSchools, U.S. Department of Education, and school surveys.