Code Number: 681.19
In training for effective citizenship, it may be appropriate for students to study controversial issues. In considering such issues, the District recognizes the students’ right to:
- Study a controversial issue that has political, economic, or social significance.
- Have access to relevant information.
- Study under competent instruction in an atmosphere free from bias and prejudice.
- Form and express individual opinions on controversial issues.
The approach of the teacher to controversial topics must be both impartial and objective. (See Board Policy 503.13 Freedom of Expression).
- First Adoption:
- 1985-02-12
- Revision Adoption:
- April 23, 1996/ July 10, 2001/ April 27, 2009/ November 25, 2013/ January 8, 2018
- Reviewed Dates:
- December 13, 2017
- Legal Reference:
- Iowa Code §§ 279.8; 280.3, .6, .22