Parents, we know that you want to protect your children from inappropriate content in the classroom, but we also know that it can be difficult to remain fully informed about what that material is or when it is being shared. From graphic content in sex ed and the school library, to invasive, sexual “student interest surveys,” the list of ways that the public school could be undermining your family’s beliefs grows year after year.
That’s why MFI and the Massachusetts Liberty Legal Center (MLLC) introduced an updated opt-out letter to address these concerns. This letter offers guidance for families on how to opt their children out of sex ed, surveys, LGBTQ content, library materials, pronoun usage, and counseling services that may violate their family’s sincerely held religious convictions. With detailed instructions guiding you on how to submit your letter and a simple template to follow, MLLC makes successfully opting your child out as easy as possible. Download your letter here!
Even if you have already submitted an opt out letter for this school year, it’s not too late to update your request. You can still submit this updated version to your child’s school. If you choose to do so, your school will replace the existing letter on file with the new letter. See the instructions above for a suggestion on how to communicate this to your school.
And, if your child’s school is not complying with this letter or asking questions you need assistance answering, the MLLC will be here to support you. If you have issues or concerns, contact them today!
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