Legal Challenge Overview
The agreed to hear a case regarding whether parents can opt their children out of LGBTQ story time in public elementary schools, originating from a policy change by the in .
The dispute centers on a curriculum that includes books on gender transitioning and LGBTQ issues for elementary students, with parents arguing that the policy infringes on their religious rights and the free exercise of religion under the First Amendment.
Curriculum and Policy Changes
Initially, the Montgomery County school board allowed parents to opt out their children from reading controversial storybooks but reversed the policy, citing concerns over student absenteeism and social stigma.
The books in question include "Pride Puppy," which discusses LGBTQ themes, and other titles that introduce concepts of gender identity and sexuality to young children, leading to parental backlash and legal action.