'Outraged' parents are boycotting a planned school assembly to observe LGBTQ+ Pride month at Saticoy Elementary School in North Hollywood in Los Angeles, California.
, the group claimed"we are being forced into talking about topics that should not burden our children for many years to come."
"Los Angeles Unified is committed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that embraces the diversity of the communities we serve. The District encourages everyone in our school communities to treat each other with respect, kindness, and compassion so that our students can be empowered to achieve their greatest potential," the district said in a statement.
The boycott underscores the phenomenon of parents across the country paying closer attention to school boards by challenging progressive curricula and contesting books they deem inappropriate.
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