Tucson Parents Rights Review of Educational Materials Law Enacted

Tucson : AZ : USA | Apr 16, 2011 at 7:42 AM PDT

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Tucson and Arizona parents have been given a say over what education materials are used in public schools.

Gov. Jan BrewerJan Brewer has signed SB 1453 that required schools to obtain written consent from a parent or guardian before using a video, audio or electronic materials that may be inappropriate for the age of the student.

The law will take effect in the summer of 2011 also says that parents have a right to review learning materials in advance. A parent can request to withdraw a student from the activity, class or program if the material is considered harmful.

To read SB 1453, go to:

http://www.azleg.gov/legtext/50leg/1r/bills/sb1453s.pdf

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