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Pro-lifers oppose Planned Parenthood in Sitka’s middle school

Pro-lifers oppose Planned Parenthood in Sitka’s middle school

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Apr 3, 2014 | ,

A pro-life group remains concerned over Planned Parenthood’s involvement in health instruction at Blatchley Middle School last fall, even though the curriculum is no longer being taught. The Sitka/Southeast Alaska Coalition for Life Tuesday night (4-1-14) presented the school board with a letter signed by 150 residents, expressing shock over the participation of Planned Parenthood. Read More
Blatchley health class prompts protests

Blatchley health class prompts protests

by Rachel Waldholz, KCAW | Feb 3, 2014 | ,

This month, eighth graders at Blatchley Middle School will see a new class added to their schedule: comprehensive health education, including basic sex ed. The state doesn’t require the class, but educators feel strongly that middle school is the time to address healthy relationships. But some parents object to how the school has handled the program. Read More
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