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Kindergarten Gender Identity Lessons
Alleged incident in Lexington School District · Massachusetts
A school district's kindergarten DEI curriculum includes resources on gender identity, such as "Changing Bodies to Match Gender Identity," and encourages questioning gender. It also incorporates picture books with political themes and gender-neutral characters. These materials are part of a broader PK-12 DEI curriculum under development.
First Grade Gender Identity Curriculum
Alleged incident in Lexington School District · Massachusetts
A school district's first-grade social studies curriculum introduces concepts of gender identity to young students. The curriculum teaches that individuals may identify as a boy, girl, both, or neither. This includes using the book 'Jacob's New Dress' as part of the instruction.
District Policy Ignores Parents
Alleged incident in Regional School Unit 45 Msad 45 · Maine
A school district has a policy stating it will prioritize a student's gender identity over parental wishes. The policy also mandates staff and students use preferred pronouns and allows bathroom access based on gender identity. This guidance was created by a state school boards association.
MTA defends controversial teaching materials
Alleged incident at Lexington High School · Lexington School District · Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Teachers Association defended its promotion of anti-Israel materials to educators during a state commission hearing. The hearing revealed examples of biased content, including accusations of "apartheid" and "genocide" against Israel. A teacher also made a comparison between the current presidential administration and the Holocaust.
Lexington teaches gender, race
Alleged incident in Lexington School District · Massachusetts
Lexington Public Schools implemented a curriculum and staff training focused on gender identity and racial literacy for elementary students. This program, part of broader "Social Justice Standards," introduces concepts like toddler racism and early gender identity. The district plans to expand this curriculum, with parents reportedly unable to opt their children out.
Lexington Schools Adopt DEI Curriculum
Alleged incident in Lexington School District · Massachusetts
The district is implementing new DEI and antiracism policies and curriculum changes. First-grade students will now explicitly discuss race, ethnicity, and culture. The school system has also launched a DEI newsletter featuring resources from CRT advocates.
4th Graders Taught Gender Identity
Alleged incident in Lexington School District · Massachusetts
The incident involved a lesson for elementary students on gender identity. Using a "Gender Snowperson" visual, the curriculum introduced concepts like "sex assigned at birth" and encouraged the use of non-binary language. This instruction occurred within the public school system.