- FL
- St. Johns County
- 3/19/24
- 03/19/2024
- 39 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The St. Johns County District Media Advisory Committee recently addressed objections raised against two books, “33 Snowfish” by Adam Rapp and “Strange Truth” by Maggie Thrash, which are available in school libraries. The meeting, live-streamed to the public in compliance with the Sunshine Law, revolved around concerns over the books’ content, including their depiction of sexual themes, profanity, and other mature content. After thorough discussions, the committee ultimately voted to retain both books in the library for student access starting at the ninth-grade level, despite split votes and differing opinions on several aspects of the debate.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 3/19/24
- 03/19/2024
- 152 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Hillsborough County School Board meeting, community members presented impassioned arguments in favor of converting Apollo Beach Elementary into a K-8 school, emphasizing the continuity in education and potential academic benefits. This topic, alongside discussions on mental health services, book content concerns, and capital projects, headlined a session filled with diverse and impactful community and board member interactions.
- FL
- Clay County
- 3/7/24
- 03/07/2024
- 121 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Clay County School Board meeting focused on issues including the development of a rubric for book selection in school libraries, addressing concerns over special education and student safety, and the recognition of outstanding educators and volunteers. The meeting served as a platform to highlight community support and collaboration while also deliberating on topics that affect the school district’s operations and policies.
- FL
- St. Johns County
- 3/5/24
- 03/05/2024
- 23 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent St. Johns County School Board meeting, the District Library Book Objection Committee convened to address an objection to the book “Later Gator” by Laura Miracle. The objection cited the book’s references to sexual activity, nudity, profanity, alcohol use by minors, and more. Upon review, the committee unanimously voted to retain the book for high school level students, grades 9-12.
- FL
- St. Johns County
- 3/5/24
- 03/05/2024
- 17 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent St. Johns County School Board meeting, the District Library Book Objection Committee convened to address an objection to the inclusion of the book “A Stolen Life” by JC Dugard in school libraries. After a detailed review and discussion, the committee recommended that the book be retained for grades nine and up. This decision follows a formal objection that cited graphic content and mature themes in the book as unsuitable for school-aged children.