Posted January 14, 2024 by Juliana Farmer

 

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Take Action Regarding HB 2282: Identifying African American Studies Curricula

On Monday, January 15th, at 1:30 PM the House Education Committee will hear public testimony on HB 2282, a bill that would create a list of approved African American Studies curricula for optional use in grades 7-12.

The Washington State PTA supports this bill stating HB 2282 will give our school districts the option of selecting from a range of current African American Studies curricula from across the country that would have a positive impact on the identity, self-worth, academic engagement, and sense of belonging of African American students.
 

Here’s what to do before 12:30 PM on January 15: 

  • Click on this link to take you to the sign-in sheet.
  • Select your position from the drop-down menu 
  • Fill in your name, your email, and write “WSPTA Parent Advocate” in the Organization space.   
  • Add your City, State, and Zip Code (street address not required). 
  • Tell them you aren’t a robot and click on “Submit Registration.”  

 And that’s it! The process will take you less than 30 seconds to complete!