Reported Incidents
For Bellevue School District
Incidents are community-reported or sourced from third parties, and are allegations — not established facts. Incidents describe institutions, never individuals.
Bellevue Gender Identity Policy
Alleged incident in Bellevue School District · Washington
A school district policy permits staff to conceal a student's gender identity from their parents. The policy suggests that disclosing this information could be dangerous for the student. It also outlines guidelines for facility use and activity participation based on preferred gender identity.
Principal's Antiracism Letter Sparks Outcry
Alleged incident in Bellevue School District · Washington
A school principal sent a letter to parents following a national tragedy, which included controversial statements on antiracism and white supremacy. Community members expressed concern that the letter misrepresented facts and promoted ideological guilt. Critics argued the communication created a hostile environment and potentially violated civil rights.
School funds 'antiracist' staff course
Alleged incident at Bellevue High School · Bellevue School District · Washington
A high school offered to use school funds to send staff members identifying as white to an "antiracist leadership development" course. The course description detailed discussions on "white norm of individualism, power and authority" and "structural racism." Staff were encouraged to reflect on their "racist thinking" and "collusion with whiteness."
School Teaches Race, White Culture
Alleged incident in Bellevue School District · Washington
A school district's improvement plan outlines teaching students about race, equity, and identifying 'white culture.' Second graders are expected to engage in these explicit conversations and focus on self-identity in assemblies. The curriculum also includes anti-racist strategies for older elementary students.