Arkansas lawmakers have been under fire for implementing what critics are calling right-wing indoctrination in public schools. Last week, a law was passed mandating the posting of the Ten Commandments in all classrooms, and this week, parents in the Little Rock School District were informed of a new law requiring an hour of “adoption education” for students in grades 6-12. This curriculum emphasizes adoption as preferable to abortion, leading to concerns about propaganda and emotional triggers for students.
While parents have the option to opt out of this instruction, the Arkansas Department of Education has provided lesson plans and videos for public viewing. Many parents are considering opting out due to concerns about the lack of information on other pregnancy options, emotional impacts on students in foster care or who are adopted, and the one-sided nature of the curriculum. Some parents believe that this new mandate is unnecessary and potentially harmful to students who have different family structures.
The adoption education requirement was introduced by Rep. Mary Bentley, who also attempted to pass a bill requiring students to watch a faux ultrasound video. However, the bill failed after backlash. Parents are encouraged to review the curriculum and decide whether it aligns with their values and beliefs before allowing their children to participate.
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