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Traverse City Schools Adjust Sex Education Curriculum Amid Public Concerns
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Overview: In a recent Traverse City Area School Board meeting, the board unanimously approved revisions to the sex education curriculum following a discussion and public hearing. The finalized curriculum includes updates intended to address public concerns while adhering to state mandates. Key points of contention revolved around the curriculum’s approach to topics such as consent, abstinence, and the influence of pornography. Public comments highlighted concerns about the curriculum’s portrayal of sex outside of marriage, the need for discussions on abstinence, and the representation of marriage. The curriculum faced criticism for allegedly omitting discussions on sexual . . .
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John VanWagoner
School Board Officials:
Scott Newman-Bale, Erica L. Moon Mohr, V. Flournoy Humphreys, Holly T. Bird, Andrew R. Raymond, Beth Pack, Josey Ballenger
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
08/25/2025
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Recording Published:
08/25/2025
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Duration:
280 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Highly Noteworthy
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State:
Michigan
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County:
Grand Traverse County
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Towns:
Acme Township, Almira Township, Blair Township, East Bay Township, Elmwood, Garfield, Grant Township, Green Lake Township, Lake Ann, Long Lake Township, Peninsula Township, Solon Township, Traverse City, Union Township
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