A California appeals court has halted the Temecula school district's ban on critical race theory (CRT), deeming it unconstitutionally vague. The court's decision responds to concerns from parents, students, and teachers who argued that the policy breeds confusion and intimidation. The resolution, adopted in December 2022, defined CRT in a manner that limits academic discourse and has created fear among educators about potential repercussions. Justice Kathleen E. O'Leary pointed out the problematic nature of the resolution's definition and the lack of clarity regarding its acceptance or origin.
"District teachers have experienced anxiety and confusion in knowing what is prohibited by the Resolution and fear extreme repercussions without guardrails for even accidental violations."
"The Resolution operates as if this definition is universally accepted, but the text does not indicate where this definition is derived, or whether it is shared with anyone else besides the Board."
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