Picture book about 'Mermaid boy' will remain on second-grade curriculum in Connecticut
A children's picture book about a boy who wants to dress a mermaid has sparked controversy in Connecticut after being included in a second-grade class curriculum.
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A children's picture book about a boy who wants to dress a mermaid has sparked controversy in Connecticut after being included in a second-grade class curriculum.
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Following the George Floyd protests of 2020, Connecticut parents and students say schools need clear policies to address racist incidents.
Statewide, many Connecticut school districts are building policies related to diversity, equity and inclusion. They’re also hiring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion directors to conduct equity audits, said Eric Scoville, a spokesman for the Connecticut Department of Education.
In the Coginchaug and Suffield school districts, parents and students have called for clearer punishments for racist actions, more communication and additional resources for students.