Common use of Controversial Issues Clause in Contracts

Controversial Issues. The right of people to study and discuss issues freely is basic to the perpetuation of the American form of democracy. It is important to have a citizenry which exercises its rights, keeps well informed, searches actively for divergent points of view, evaluates courses of action in light of available evidence and basic democratic values, and then acts responsibly on the basis of decisions made. In Hoquiam we believe that such behaviors are developed providing experiences for students which fall within the scope of social problems, many of which are controversial in nature. We further believe that the teaching of controversial issues must be evaluated on the basis of the moral and political standards of the community. These standards shall be evaluated on the basis of what has been indicated as being acceptable by citizens of the Hoquiam School District through the School Board but shall not deny the minority the right to present their views in a logical and ethical manner. The Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the establishment of procedures to be used upon the challenge of instructional materials by any citizen, group of citizens, personnel or group of personnel of the Hoquiam School District. No books shall be removed from the school or library because of complaints unless approved by the Board. All certificated personnel who have properly followed the procedures outlined in this Instructional Materials Selection Policy in the evaluation, selection and use of instructional materials shall have the protection of acting within adopted School Board policy against claims, lawsuits or judgments occasioned by the selection or use of these instructional materials. Any requests from organizations which provide instructional materials and/or aids must be examined to insure that such materials meet the criteria above. The principal shall review for accuracy and educational value to the total school program all materials or activities proposed by outside sources for student or staff use. The responsibility for preparing all student reading lists and for examining, evaluation and selecting all supplementary materials is delegated to the professional staff of the district. Textbooks shall be adopted by the board prior to their use in schools except for trial-use texts of a pilot nature, which may be authorized by the superintendent for use for a period of no more than one school year prior to board adoption. Materials approved for trial use shall be restricted to classes specified. The superintendent shall insure that a listing of all textbooks used within the school curriculum is maintained in every district school and is available for public review. Cross References: Board Policy 6881 Disposal of Surplus Equipment and/or Materials Legal References: RCW 28A.150.230 Basic Education Act of 1977--District school directors as Accountable for proper operation of district--Scope—Responsibilities Publication of Guide RCW 28A.320.230 Instructional materials--Instructional materials committee RCW 28A.405.060 Course of study and regulations RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality Mandated for Public Schools WAC 000-000-000 Textbooks and instructional materials WAC 000-00-000 Responsibilities related to instruction Adoption Date: 1-20-2000 Hoquiam School District No. 28 Appendix C - Professional Growth Option (PGO)

Controversial Issues. The right of people to study and discuss issues freely is basic to the perpetuation of the American form of democracy. It is important to have a citizenry which exercises its rights, keeps well informed, searches actively for divergent points of view, evaluates courses of action in light of available evidence and basic democratic values, and then acts responsibly on the basis of decisions made. In Hoquiam we believe that such behaviors are developed providing experiences for students which fall within the scope of social problems, many of which are controversial in nature. We further believe that the teaching of controversial issues must be evaluated on the basis of the moral and political standards of the community. These standards shall be evaluated on the basis of what has been indicated as being acceptable by citizens of the Hoquiam School District through the School Board but shall not deny the minority the right to present their views in a logical and ethical manner. The Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the establishment of procedures to be used upon the challenge of instructional materials by any citizen, group of citizens, personnel or group of personnel of the Hoquiam School District. No books shall be removed from the school or library because of complaints unless approved by the Board. All certificated personnel who have properly followed the procedures outlined in this Instructional Materials Selection Policy in the evaluation, selection and use of instructional materials shall have the protection of acting within adopted School Board policy against claims, lawsuits or judgments occasioned by the selection or use of these instructional materials. Any requests from organizations which provide instructional materials and/or aids must be examined to insure ensure that such materials meet the criteria above. The principal shall review for accuracy and educational value to the total school program all materials or activities proposed by outside sources for student or staff use. The responsibility for preparing all student reading lists and for examining, evaluation and selecting all supplementary materials is delegated to the professional staff of the district. Textbooks shall be adopted by the board prior to their use in schools except for trial-use texts of a pilot nature, which may be authorized by the superintendent for use for a period of no more than one school year prior to board adoption. Materials approved for trial use shall be restricted to classes specified. The superintendent shall insure that a listing of all textbooks used within the school curriculum is maintained in every district school and is available for public review. Cross References: Board Policy 6881 Disposal of Surplus Equipment and/or Materials Legal References: RCW 28A.150.230 Basic Education Act of 1977--District school directors as Accountable for proper operation of district--Scope—Responsibilities Publication of Guide RCW 28A.320.230 Instructional materials--Instructional materials committee RCW 28A.405.060 Course of study and regulations RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality Mandated for Public Schools WAC 000-000-000 Textbooks and instructional materials WAC 000-00-000 Responsibilities related to instruction Adoption Date: 1-20-2000 Hoquiam School District No. 28 Appendix C - Professional Growth Option (PGO)

Controversial Issues. The right of people to study and discuss issues freely is basic to the perpetuation of the American form of democracy. It is important to have a citizenry which exercises its rights, keeps well informed, searches actively for divergent points of view, evaluates courses of action in light of available evidence and basic democratic values, and then acts responsibly on the basis of decisions made. In Hoquiam we believe that such behaviors are developed providing experiences for students which fall within the scope of social problems, many of which are controversial in nature. We further believe that the teaching of controversial issues must be evaluated on the basis of the moral and political standards of the community. These standards shall be evaluated on the basis of what has been indicated as being acceptable by citizens of the Hoquiam School District through the School Board but shall not deny the minority the right to present their views in a logical and ethical manner. The Superintendent of Schools is responsible for the establishment of procedures to be used upon the challenge of instructional materials by any citizen, group of citizens, personnel or group of personnel of the Hoquiam School District. No books shall be removed from the school or library because of complaints unless approved by the Board. All certificated personnel who have properly followed the procedures outlined in this Instructional Materials Selection Policy in the evaluation, selection and use of instructional materials shall have the protection of acting within adopted School Board policy against claims, lawsuits or judgments occasioned by the selection or use of these instructional materials. Any requests from organizations which provide instructional materials and/or aids must be examined to insure that such materials meet the criteria above. The principal shall review for accuracy and educational value to the total school program all materials or activities proposed by outside sources for student or staff use. The responsibility for preparing all student reading lists and for examining, evaluation and selecting all supplementary materials is delegated to the professional staff of the district. Textbooks shall be adopted by the board prior to their use in schools except for trial-use texts of a pilot nature, which may be authorized by the superintendent for use for a period of no more than one school year prior to board adoption. Materials approved for trial use shall be restricted to classes specified. The superintendent shall insure that a listing of all textbooks used within the school curriculum is maintained mantained in every district school and is available for public review. Cross References: Board Policy 6881 Disposal of Surplus Equipment and/or Materials Legal References: RCW 28A.150.230 Basic Education Act of 1977--District school directors as Accountable for proper operation of district--Scope—--Responsibilities Publication of Guide RCW 28A.320.230 Instructional materials--Instructional materials committee RCW 28A.405.060 Course of study and regulations RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality Mandated for Public Schools WAC 000-000-000 Textbooks and instructional materials WAC 000-00-000 Responsibilities related to instruction Adoption Date: 1-20-2000 Hoquiam School District No. 28 Appendix C - Professional Growth Option (PGO)