San Clemente Opposes State Control Over Local School Districts’ Curriculum Removal

San Clemente Opposes State Control Over Local School Districts’ Curriculum Removal
A view of City Hall in San Clemente, Calif., on Oct. 20, 2020. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
Micaela Ricaforte
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The San Clemente City Council has voiced its opposition to a California bill that would prohibit local school boards from banning curriculum, textbooks, and instructional material without state approval—and would also create new requirements for “diversity and inclusiveness” in school textbooks and other materials.

The resolution to oppose the bill was introduced by Mayor Pro Tem Steve Knoblock in March and supported by Councilors Victor Cabral and Gene James, while Mayor Chris Duncan and Councilman Mark Enmeier dissented.

Micaela Ricaforte
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Micaela Ricaforte covers education in Southern California for The Epoch Times. In addition to writing, she is passionate about music, books, and coffee.
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