A strong education should help students recognize the dignity of all peoples and equip them to navigate a diverse society with knowledge rather than fear. " /end

Understanding diverse perspectives builds critical thinking, reduces prejudice, and prepares students to engage respectfully and effectively in an interconnected world. Limiting exposure to world cultures or religions, including Islam, risks fostering misunderstanding and bias. Contd...

It is essential for students in the United States to learn about cultures, histories, and peoples from around the world (not just American history) because our nation is deeply connected to a global community. Contd....

"My name is Terri Crouch; I am a mother here in Texas and I think this new curriculum is inappropriate for our students and I want our SBOE to vote against it. Contd...

This is my statement that I just sent to the SBOE for their hearing today. If you wish to make a statement too, you can do so at this email:
testimony@sboe.texas.gov