I oppose HB 614. It is entirely about embedding ideological content throughout the curriculum. It focuses on divisive identity politics and deliberately drags the public schools into political quagmire, rather than a single-minded focus on rigorous academics, which should be the guiding principle of all education policy. Please vote no on this divisive and unnecessary legislation.

I opposed DEI, SEL, and other forms of discrimination in our education systems. It is shameful public education system continues to lower standards and expectations for some students. Students and teachers need to be rewarded for their hard work without focusing on their race, gender, religion, or economic status. Diversity and inclusion Please judge human beings by their character and actions. DEI is a Marxist ideology and we have witnessed the failures. We don’t need to have a religion or race month to justify the incredible sacrifices, accomplishments and achievements of everyone in the world. It is disgraceful to recognize and celebrate one group over the other. No wonder many parents don’t want to send their children to public schools anymore.

I strongly oppose this bill.

Please add a reference to May as Jewish American Heritage Month. The GA has been great of late about recognizing May for the Jewish community and celebrating all of the historic contributions to Virginia. Thank you kindly.