A parent in the St. Johns Public Schools district is raising concerns over proposed sex education curriculum materials being reviewed by the district’s Sex Education Advisory Board, saying some of the topics involving gender identity and sexual orientation are inappropriate for younger students.
Gayle, a parent with a child currently in the district, said she became concerned after reviewing committee materials that included lessons discussing gender identity, sexual orientation and definitions of family. She said the materials being considered go beyond traditional health education and should be left to parents rather than schools.
