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A concerned parent testified about alleged issues at Petaluma High School. They stated that their child brought home homework from Petaluma High School that was "inappropriate and extremely suggestive" from the English class. The parent said the book currently read in class includes themes of "sex and hiding underage sex from your parents, gender confusion and body dysmorphia." They asserted this is not an isolated incident, claiming that Ms. Lashon has assigned on more than one occasion material that centers on sexuality, gender, and politicized themes that do not belong in an English class of minors. They described a clear pattern and suggested it appears intentional.
The parent said they brought these concerns to Principal Napoli, who allegedly told them that the board had approved these materials and that Napoli did not know these materials were being taught in a class their daughter attends. The parent expressed concern that consent was not sought, noting they signed their daughter out of sexual education, yet stated the material has been implemented in her other classes. They claimed that when addressing the school, they were told they were the only parent complaining and that they were effectively the problem, and they also reported emailing a board member without receiving a response.
The parent argued this represents a break of trust, noting that parents trust the district with their children daily. They stated the teacher has also introduced other politicized ideologies, which they believe do not belong in school, particularly in English class. They cited land acknowledgments, saying their daughter came home confused about being told they are on stolen land and being guilted for living there and being who they are.
The parent urged the board to examine the materials and the printed quotes they delivered to Principal Napoli. They claimed they were made to feel like the problem when raising these concerns and asked the board to disclose what material is being taught, especially if there are sexual themes, insisting it is not the district’s decision to implement that content in students’ classrooms.