In the Mountain View-Los Altos High School District, parents are advocating for freshmen to prioritize World History instead of Ethnic Studies, which they argue is divisive and not beneficial for college preparation. A petition signed by around 600 parents highlights their concerns, with claims that Ethnic Studies promotes political activism over unity. The district has mandated Ethnic Studies as a full-year course since two years ago, contrasting with nearby districts requiring only a semester. Parents express fears of educational gaps in crucial historical knowledge, warning that students may be misinformed by social media without a proper foundation in World History.
Parents argued on Monday that Ethnic Studies has become a "platform for political activism" that promotes racial division rather than unity.
Removing this curriculum will cause major educational gaps, in my personal opinion, leaving kids vulnerable to TikToks, Instagram or any misinformation.
Parents claimed that Ethnic Studies does not prepare students for college, arguing for World History's return to the curriculum.
The school district has gone further and faster than neighboring districts by requiring Ethnic Studies as a year-long course.
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