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"Curriculum Bill. . .Would Allow Missouri Schools To Teach LGBTQ History"

Skwim

Veteran Member
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"A bill introduced in the Missouri legislature this week could see LGBTQ history and culture added to the state’s curriculum.

The proposed subject matter outlined in the bill, HB 2153, recommends covering LGBTQ social movements and contributions to society, while also making students aware of the history of anti-LGBTQ persecution that inform current cultural markers like Pride parades, visibility campaigns, and new legislation.

The bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Martha Stevens (below), says it could create a more positive school experience for a group that’s at high risk for bullying, ostracism, and mental health problems, particularly in a state that has become increasingly red over time.


I think it’s really important for LGBTQ students to see themselves reflected in society. I think it’s important for all students when it comes to equality and different successes for students to learn about contributions of LGBTQ individuals to different parts of society, literature, art, and culture.


She notes that the bill would not expressly require schools across the state to use the curriculum. It would be up to individual school boards to decide whether to incorporate it into their classrooms:


I think this would be a great way to support those districts and those teachers that do want to have LGBTQ+ history incorporated into their curriculum… The purpose of this bill is really to advocate for a more positive school environment, but also to provide tools for educators. And so that students in our schools, you know, can learn about an array of different issues around the current issues of inequality.'

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Although I support LGBTQ rights I question the need to take up class time to go into its history. Is it really that important?

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SomeRandom

Still learning to be wise
Staff member
Premium Member
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"A bill introduced in the Missouri legislature this week could see LGBTQ history and culture added to the state’s curriculum.

The proposed subject matter outlined in the bill, HB 2153, recommends covering LGBTQ social movements and contributions to society, while also making students aware of the history of anti-LGBTQ persecution that inform current cultural markers like Pride parades, visibility campaigns, and new legislation.

The bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Martha Stevens (below), says it could create a more positive school experience for a group that’s at high risk for bullying, ostracism, and mental health problems, particularly in a state that has become increasingly red over time.


I think it’s really important for LGBTQ students to see themselves reflected in society. I think it’s important for all students when it comes to equality and different successes for students to learn about contributions of LGBTQ individuals to different parts of society, literature, art, and culture.
She notes that the bill would not expressly require schools across the state to use the curriculum. It would be up to individual school boards to decide whether to incorporate it into their classrooms:


I think this would be a great way to support those districts and those teachers that do want to have LGBTQ+ history incorporated into their curriculum… The purpose of this bill is really to advocate for a more positive school environment, but also to provide tools for educators. And so that students in our schools, you know, can learn about an array of different issues around the current issues of inequality.'

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Although I support LGBTQ rights I question the need to take up class time to go into its history. Is it really that important?

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Well if you’re studying SOSE or modern history then yes obviously it is important. Otherwise why bother learning about the Civil Rights movement?
Power struggles and how activism has changed human history are very pertinent topics to discuss in the social sciences.
Geez this is basic stuff.
 

Twilight Hue

Twilight, not bright nor dark, good nor bad.
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"A bill introduced in the Missouri legislature this week could see LGBTQ history and culture added to the state’s curriculum.

The proposed subject matter outlined in the bill, HB 2153, recommends covering LGBTQ social movements and contributions to society, while also making students aware of the history of anti-LGBTQ persecution that inform current cultural markers like Pride parades, visibility campaigns, and new legislation.

The bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Martha Stevens (below), says it could create a more positive school experience for a group that’s at high risk for bullying, ostracism, and mental health problems, particularly in a state that has become increasingly red over time.


I think it’s really important for LGBTQ students to see themselves reflected in society. I think it’s important for all students when it comes to equality and different successes for students to learn about contributions of LGBTQ individuals to different parts of society, literature, art, and culture.
She notes that the bill would not expressly require schools across the state to use the curriculum. It would be up to individual school boards to decide whether to incorporate it into their classrooms:


I think this would be a great way to support those districts and those teachers that do want to have LGBTQ+ history incorporated into their curriculum… The purpose of this bill is really to advocate for a more positive school environment, but also to provide tools for educators. And so that students in our schools, you know, can learn about an array of different issues around the current issues of inequality.'

source


Although I support LGBTQ rights I question the need to take up class time to go into its history. Is it really that important?

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my only question is when are the schools going to get back to just teaching the 3 Rs?

Reading .....

Writing......

Arithmetic......
 

The Hammer

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Premium Member
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"A bill introduced in the Missouri legislature this week could see LGBTQ history and culture added to the state’s curriculum.

The proposed subject matter outlined in the bill, HB 2153, recommends covering LGBTQ social movements and contributions to society, while also making students aware of the history of anti-LGBTQ persecution that inform current cultural markers like Pride parades, visibility campaigns, and new legislation.

The bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Martha Stevens (below), says it could create a more positive school experience for a group that’s at high risk for bullying, ostracism, and mental health problems, particularly in a state that has become increasingly red over time.


I think it’s really important for LGBTQ students to see themselves reflected in society. I think it’s important for all students when it comes to equality and different successes for students to learn about contributions of LGBTQ individuals to different parts of society, literature, art, and culture.
She notes that the bill would not expressly require schools across the state to use the curriculum. It would be up to individual school boards to decide whether to incorporate it into their classrooms:


I think this would be a great way to support those districts and those teachers that do want to have LGBTQ+ history incorporated into their curriculum… The purpose of this bill is really to advocate for a more positive school environment, but also to provide tools for educators. And so that students in our schools, you know, can learn about an array of different issues around the current issues of inequality.'

source


Although I support LGBTQ rights I question the need to take up class time to go into its history. Is it really that important?

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I say it is That important. On the grounds that it is part of our history, society and culture, therefore it should be taught about, including both the strides the movement has made against persecution, as well as how they were persecuted against. LGBTQ people as a whole are not going away, so why not teach about how to better interact with a group/culture different from ones own?
 

Twilight Hue

Twilight, not bright nor dark, good nor bad.
I say it is That important. On the grounds that it is part of our history, society and culture, therefore it should be taught about, including both the strides the movement has made against persecution, as well as how they were persecuted against. LGBTQ people as a whole are not going away, so why not teach about how to better interact with a group/culture different from ones own?
I would support it if it is exclusively taught by John Waters, Divine.


Here's the resume...

 

Milton Platt

Well-Known Member
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"A bill introduced in the Missouri legislature this week could see LGBTQ history and culture added to the state’s curriculum.

The proposed subject matter outlined in the bill, HB 2153, recommends covering LGBTQ social movements and contributions to society, while also making students aware of the history of anti-LGBTQ persecution that inform current cultural markers like Pride parades, visibility campaigns, and new legislation.

The bill’s sponsor, State Rep. Martha Stevens (below), says it could create a more positive school experience for a group that’s at high risk for bullying, ostracism, and mental health problems, particularly in a state that has become increasingly red over time.


I think it’s really important for LGBTQ students to see themselves reflected in society. I think it’s important for all students when it comes to equality and different successes for students to learn about contributions of LGBTQ individuals to different parts of society, literature, art, and culture.
She notes that the bill would not expressly require schools across the state to use the curriculum. It would be up to individual school boards to decide whether to incorporate it into their classrooms:


I think this would be a great way to support those districts and those teachers that do want to have LGBTQ+ history incorporated into their curriculum… The purpose of this bill is really to advocate for a more positive school environment, but also to provide tools for educators. And so that students in our schools, you know, can learn about an array of different issues around the current issues of inequality.'

source


Although I support LGBTQ rights I question the need to take up class time to go into its history. Is it really that important?

.
I don't see the need for a history lesson unless it is simply a small part of the larger history lessons. No need to ignore it as if it doesn't exist, so giving it a nod is fine.
 

Father Heathen

Veteran Member
my only question is when are the schools going to get back to just teaching the 3 Rs?

Reading .....

Writing......

Arithmetic......

So you would actually lower the quality of U.S. schools even further? Maybe our children will work in sweat shops for a few pennies less than other 3rd world countries to stay competitive.
 

epronovost

Well-Known Member
my only question is when are the schools going to get back to just teaching the 3 Rs?

Reading .....

Writing......

Arithmetic......

Wouldn't that be the RWA not the three R's or do I get acronym wrong?

And you can learn reading by reading history texts on LGBTQ history and you can learn writting by writting essays on the subject too.
 
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