School Related Information
In an ever chaning world, understanding the different laws and cases that are relevant within the schools may empower you and your parental rights.
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Another Organizition that we LOVE is Citizens for Traditional Values. Check out there Parental Rights Page as they have information including an opt form and sample letters for your school.

Helpful Organizations with
Opt Out Guidance
The State & Constitution
SENATE BILL 4 - 2023, Act to define Civil Rights and amend ELCRA
ELLIOTT-LARSEN CIVIL RIGHTS ACT, amended to include gender identity
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THE REVISED SCHOOL CODE, Sex Ed section 380.1507
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THE REVISED SCHOOL CODE, Parental Rights section 380.10
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THE REVISED SCHOOL CODE, Review Material, section 380.1137
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Recent Relevant Cases
CASE: Mahmoud vs Taylor, parent opt out rights, parents can opt out due to their deeply held religious beliefs
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CASE: Parents Defending Education v. Olentangy Local School District Board of Education, first amendment rights
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State Board of Education
Michigan Health Education Standards Guidelines 2025
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State Board of Education Members
Mr. Marshall Bullock, II bullockm1@michigan.gov
Ms. Ellen Cogen Lipton
Mr. Tom McMillin – mcmillint1@michigan.gov
Dr. Judith Pritchett – pritchettj1@michigan.gov
Dr. Pamela Pugh – pughp@michigan.gov
Dr. Mitchell Robinson – robinsonm36@michigan.gov
Ms. Nikki Snyder – snydern@michigan.gov
Ms. Tiffany Tilley

