8330 - Objection to Instructional Materials
Policy: Objection to Instructional Materials | Policy Number: 8330 |
Date of Original Policy: 07/10/2002 | Date Revision Adopted: 07/11/2018 |
Reviewed by Policy Committee: 09/15/2021 | Date of Next Review: 08/19/2024 |
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Any criticism of instructional materials that are in the schools should be submitted in writing to the Superintendent. The Board of Education will be informed. A committee, including the librarian and building principal, will be designated by the Superintendent to investigate and judge the challenged material according to the principles and qualitative standards stated in Policy #8320.
Curriculum Areas In Conflict With Religious Beliefs
In accordance with applicable law and regulation, a student may be excused from the study of specific materials relating to health and hygiene if these materials are in conflict with the religion of their parents or guardians.
Education Law Section 3204(5)
8 New York Code of Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) Section 135.3