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Here's a consent form sent out to students at Aptos High School. The Triangle speakers were invited after 2 lesbian women were killed in a suspicious house fire, can't remember where.

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Your child’s health class will hear a presentation from a controversial guest speaker panel. The Triangle Speakers work to eliminate homophobia- the fear, prejudice, and hatred against gay people. The purpose of inviting these speakers into the classroom is to break down myths and stereotypes, reduce prejudice, and support students who are gay or lesbian.

The speaker panel is comprised of one gay, one lesbian, one bisexual or transgendered person, and one parent of someone who is gay, lesbian, or bisexual. The four speakers introduce themselves, talking briefly about their lives. A question and answer period follows. Speakers are trained to provide answers that are age-appropriate.

Guest Speaker- Triangle Speakers
Controversial Issue- sexual orientation
Relationship to Course of Study- Unit: social health
Topic: respect for others and discrimination
Date of Presentation- one period either May 21, 23,or 24

The Pajaro Valley Unified School District believes that students should have age-appropriate opportunities to investigate, address, and discuss curriculum that may be controversial. In order to comply with District Policy # 6144 (Controversial Issues) parents will be informed in writing regarding the study of a controversial issue and have a right to the following:
• review all material to be presented
• choice to have your child participate or not participate in the study of the controversial issue.

Please complete and return the lower portion of this letter to me so that I may be sure you received this information. If you have further questions you may contact me at charmon@aptoshs.net or at 688-6565 ex 679.

Sincerely,

Calypso Harmon

Student’s Name________________________________

Period_____

Yes, my child may participate in the study of the controversial issue.
I do not want my child to participate in the study of this controversial issue.
Parent Signature
Date