In a free & democratic society do parents& students have the right to opt-out of a Gay school curriculum ?

Question

A homosexual teacher and his same-dex partner lanched a complaint with the British Columbia, Canada Human rights Commission that there was a lack Gay inclusiveness in the school system. As a result, Murray and Peter Corren made a settlement with the BC Board of Education, giviing them revision control for all schools in the Province. One of the stipulation in the agreement was that the Gay Agenda course would be mandatory and parenta ans students could not opt -out even if it goes against their moral beliefs. Many parents from different religious,ethnical, and moral beliefs have withdrawn their children from the public schools into private schools

Answer 1

"Gay agenda"?

Does that mean homosexuality was not touched upon in a human sexuality or "sex ed" course?

Given that many homosexual teenagers commit suicide because they have no understanding or support - I'd think that having it in the curriculum would be deemed rather important and shouldn't be provided on an "opt out" basis.

If parents are bothered by it - perhaps their children aren't quite ready for public school - it is a fact of population and shouldn't be left out because of bigotry or "moral self-righteousness". Since when do people feel the "right" to dictate to others on such a personal level?

Homosexuality is not a moral choice.

(I've never sought sanction from "the group" for any sexual act I've engaged in - you?)

Answer 2

In Abbotsford BC Canada the school board has found a way to deal with the "Corren Agreement" while protecting the moral sanctity of the students, in response to the " corren agreement" they have created a " diversity training class" in grade 12 , the class is an elective and does not have to be attended by anyone who finds its content offensive. Many other school boards are following this example because it follows the letter of the " Corren Agreement" without offending the moral sensibilities of any other parents.

Answer 3

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Answer 4

I think that a parent should be able to opt out of a program that is being created to spread awareness of the Homosexual lifestyle. I understand that many people are against the lifestyle of homosexuals, but i really think that this is something that students need to learn about to build up tolerance.

Now a days, there are so many hate crimes going on, that it is important for people to understand that not everyone they meet is going to be exactly like them and will not share the same beliefs. I believe that people should start teaching these "facts of life" at a younger age.

Answer 5

You talk about a “gay agenda course”, yet none of the gays on here have a clue what you’re talking about.

You say "a homosexual teacher… etc", yet in your other replies you say ““Gay people are not Gay”. I don’t mean to be rude, but I just can’t follow any of your questions/answers, they all contradict each other. I also find it amusing that you hate gays (the ones that aren’t real to you) and yet every one of your questions and answers is gay related. You will acknowledge sex acts, but not sexuality. There’s a good reason for that and I think we both know what that reason is.

Answer 6

Yes, as you said, in a free and democratic society. Straights have as much right as gays and if they don't want the curriculum what's to hold them back? They have freedom of choice to pick the school they prefer for their kids since they are the one paying.

Answer 7

Yes, a parent may opt out but because education is mandatory they must enroll their child in another school or have an approved home-schooling program for their child.

Answer 8

So what you are advocating is allowing parents to "opt out" of respecting and celebrating diversity, and to "opt into" bigotry and prejudice? No thanks.

However, I don't think such a thing should be legislated. If the public school teaches classes that value diversity, and presents all religions as equal and subjects to be studied, and the parents don't like this, they can home-school their tots in their hatreds. Just don't expect me to pay one penny towards this.

Answer 9

I think instead of this class...a class about Tolerance period should be included as mandatory curriculum in all schools. I don't think that people should be forced to study anything that goes against their beliefs. But TOLERANCE should be everyones belief

Answer 10

I sense that you're not giving us enough information here. Can you provide a link that gives us the FULL story? Otherwise, I'm lead to believe your question is inconclusive, biased and has an agenda of its own.