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Apparently at Gaia Democratic School in Minneapolis it is acceptable....Well, it is a "Private" school.
The Sex education teacher who took the kids on the field trip, also the schools director, (how convenient) would not talk to Fox 9 news when asked to comment on the field trip...Humm Wonder why.
“Gaia is a private school that provides holistic educational services to students K-12 with emphasis on democratic process, individualized instruction, academic freedom, self-motivation, cooperative learning, youth empowerment, and environmental stewardship. We are part of an education movement that has a long, fascinating history and a vibrant, viable future.”
The school board posted a letter to its website saying it stands behind the field trip and it views it as a legitimate learning experience that relates directly to topics covered during a year-long sexual health class.
The owner of the Smitten Kitten said in a statement, “the store is a resource for sound science based sex-ed information, and leaves it up to parents and guardians to use their discretion when seeking resources.”
Floyd, THE PARENT, said he didn't know anything about the trip before it was already over. Seems to me, it was not "Left Up To The Parent" as to what sex education resources are sought out...Or was it? "
I do not believe that a field trip to the "Smitten Kitten" was an appropriate school field trip, and it was especially inappropriate if the parents were unaware of it until after it had already taken place. That being said, I also do not think it appropriate for parents to abdicate their responsibility to teach their own kids about sex & human sexuality! This is just one example of why certain areas of PARENTING should not be done or expected to be done by the school system!(public or private) Maybe parents need to re-evaluate what they feel needs to be taught in schools and what should be taught at home...by them!
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