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Heads up! We have scanned the upcoming agenda for Inglewood Unified. We found 18 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
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Student Data Shared Without Parental Consent
The district is amending a grant agreement to allow sharing of students’ personally identifiable information (PII) with the LA County Office of Education (LACOE) without parental consent, by classifying LACOE as a ‘school official.’ While de-identified data will go to the state, LACOE can share PII with other third parties if ‘permissible under state and federal law’ or with a specific release form, implying the initial sharing with LACOE bypasses consent.
Recommended Action Plan
PACK THE ROOM: We need 50 moms at Tuesday’s meeting. Sign up for public comment and contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘We do not co-parent with the government. Vote NO on Item 11.b.3. Parents demand explicit consent for sharing our children’s personally identifiable information with any outside entity.’
💰 Impact: Your Child’s Privacy
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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Explicit SEL Curriculum for Middle School Girls
The district is approving a $15,005 agreement with Marching Beauties Foundation to provide a 19-week program for middle school girls focused on ‘social-emotional, academic, and personal development.’ The program includes workshops on ‘Self-Awareness,’ ‘Self-Acceptance,’ ‘Forgiveness,’ and ‘Emotional Wellness,’ which are clear Social Emotional Learning (SEL) concepts replacing academic focus.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Vote NO on Item 11.b.8. We demand that our schools focus on core academics, not expensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs like Marching Beauties Foundation that teach subjective concepts like ‘self-acceptance’ and ‘forgiveness.”
💰 Impact: $15,005 (SEL Curriculum)
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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External Vendor for Student Social-Emotional Interventions
The district is ratifying a $236,800 agreement with ‘2nd Call’ to provide ‘behavioral and social-emotional supports and interventions’ at school sites. This introduces an external vendor to address students’ ‘social-emotional concerns’ and provide ‘safe spaces,’ which are key components of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and potential surveillance, diverting focus from core academics.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Vote NO on Item 11.b.10. We demand that our schools focus on core academics, not expensive external vendors providing subjective ‘social-emotional supports’ and ‘interventions’ that can lead to surveillance of our children.’
💰 Impact: $236,800 (SEL Interventions)
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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External Vendor for Student Behavioral & SEL Interventions
The district is ratifying a $248,083 agreement with Forte Behavioral Health LLC to provide ‘behavioral intervention services’ supporting students’ ‘social-emotional, behavioral, and special needs.’ This introduces an external vendor for extensive Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and behavioral interventions, potentially leading to student surveillance and diverting resources from core academics.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Vote NO on Item 11.b.14. We demand that our schools focus on core academics, not expensive external vendors providing subjective ‘social-emotional supports’ and ‘interventions’ that can lead to surveillance of our children.’
💰 Impact: $248,083 (SEL Interventions)
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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Recess Program Aligned with SEL Principles
The district is increasing a contract to $561,330 with Elevo for a lunch/recess program that explicitly states it is ‘aligned with social-emotional learning (SEL) principles.’ This embeds ideological SEL into a fundamental part of the school day, potentially influencing student behavior and interactions through a non-academic lens.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Vote NO on Item 11.b.17. Recess should be for free play and physical activity, not for programs ‘aligned with social-emotional learning (SEL) principles.’ We demand a return to traditional recess.’
💰 Impact: $561,330 (SEL in Recess)
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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External Vendor for TK Behavioral Interventions
The district is approving a $107,748 agreement with Forte Behavioral Health LLC to provide ‘Behavior Interventionists’ for Transitional Kindergarten students. This is a repeat of an earlier item, introducing an external vendor for extensive behavioral interventions for very young children, potentially leading to student surveillance and diverting resources from early academic development.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Vote NO on Item 11.b.22. We demand that our schools focus on early academic development for TK students, not expensive external vendors providing subjective ‘behavioral interventions’ that can lead to surveillance of our children.’
💰 Impact: $107,748 (TK Behavioral Interventions)
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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Policy Revision: Comprehensive Health Education
The district is proposing revisions to Board Policy 6142.8, titled ‘Comprehensive Health Education.’ This policy often serves as a vehicle for introducing or expanding Comprehensive Sex Education (CSE) or other sensitive health topics without adequate parental notification or opt-out provisions. The specific revisions are not provided in the agenda text.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Before voting on Item 11.e.1, we demand to see the full text of the proposed revisions to Board Policy 6142.8, ‘Comprehensive Health Education,’ and a clear explanation of how parental rights and opt-out provisions will be protected for any sensitive topics.’
💰 Impact: Undisclosed Curriculum
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 8) |
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Students Trained in SEL for Intergenerational Program
The district is ratifying an agreement with Generation Connect for a program where 12th-grade students will receive training in ’empathy,’ ‘leadership and problem-solving,’ ‘teamwork and collaboration,’ and ‘conflict resolution.’ These are core components of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) being taught to students under the guise of an intergenerational technology support program.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘We oppose the use of school time and resources for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) programs like Generation Connect (Item 11.b.7) that prioritize social engineering over core academics. What is the academic benefit of this program?’
💰 Impact: Social Engineering
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| HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 8) |
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After-School Program with SEL Focus
The district is approving a $355,833 agreement with Kids 4 College for an after-school program that aims for students to grow ‘socially, emotionally, and physically’ and develop ‘creativity, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and positive relationships.’ These are explicit Social Emotional Learning (SEL) goals embedded in an enrichment program, shifting focus from purely academic or recreational activities.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘We demand that after-school programs (Item 11.b.15) prioritize academic enrichment and physical activity, not subjective ‘social-emotional’ development and ‘positive relationships’ that are part of Social Emotional Learning (SEL).’
💰 Impact: $355,833 (SEL Enrichment)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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Hidden SEL in Guiding Coalition
The district is renewing an agreement for a ‘Guiding Coalition Team’ that will implement the IUSD MTSS Plan and advance ‘wellness for all students.’ This uses euphemisms for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), which often involve non-academic interventions and data collection on students.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) and ask for a detailed breakdown of the ‘MTSS Plan’ and ‘wellness’ initiatives implemented by the Guiding Coalition. Demand to know how parents will be involved in reviewing these programs.
💰 Impact: $5,000 stipends (Federal Funds)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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New EdTech: Soundtrap Audio Studio
The district is approving a $7,708 subscription for Soundtrap, an online audio recording studio for students. This introduces new student screen time without evidence of its academic effectiveness or what it replaces in the classroom.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Before voting on Item 11.b.4, publish independent evidence that Soundtrap produces meaningful academic gains and state how much daily screen time this product adds to our children’s day.’
💰 Impact: $7,708 (Screen Time)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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SEL/Mental Health Workshops for Parents
The district is approving a $1,500 agreement with Stages4U to provide ‘Parent Engagement Workshops’ focused on ‘Mental Health Development,’ ‘Positive Coping Skills,’ and ‘Social Emotional Wellness.’ This extends ideological Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health concepts into parent programming, potentially influencing how parents are expected to engage with the school.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Parents are capable of managing their own mental health and coping skills. We demand that the district focus on academic support for students, not ideological ‘Social Emotional Wellness’ workshops for parents (Item 11.b.9).’
💰 Impact: $1,500 (Ideological Parent Training)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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Dance Program Includes Social Emotional Learning
The district is approving a $48,000 agreement with Nicholas Dance Studio for a performing arts program that explicitly lists ‘Social and emotional learning’ as a program goal. While arts programs can be beneficial, integrating explicit SEL components shifts focus from core artistic instruction to ideological concepts.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘We support arts education, but oppose the inclusion of ‘Social and emotional learning’ as an explicit goal in programs like Nicholas Dance Studio (Item 11.b.13). We demand a return to focusing on artistic skill development.’
💰 Impact: $48,000 (SEL in Arts)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 7) |
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SEL/Mental Health Workshops for Parents at Frank D. Parent
The district is approving a $1,500 agreement with Stages4U to provide ‘Parent Engagement Workshops’ focused on ‘Social and Mental Health Skills.’ This is a repeat of an earlier item, extending ideological Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and mental health concepts into parent programming at another school, potentially influencing how parents are expected to engage with the school.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘Parents are capable of managing their own mental health and coping skills. We demand that the district focus on academic support for students, not ideological ‘Social and Mental Health Skills’ workshops for parents (Item 11.b.20).’
💰 Impact: $1,500 (Ideological Parent Training)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The district is considering a $12,000 agreement with ‘Parent Engagement Academy’ for ’emotional development.’ While the rationale mentions a ‘school garden program,’ the title’s focus on ’emotional development’ is a red flag for Social Emotional Learning (SEL) content. The full agreement is not available for review.
Recommended Action Plan
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) for Item 11.b.5 to confirm whether it contains sensitive policy changes or hidden SEL curriculum. Demand clarity on what ’emotional development’ entails.
💰 Impact: $12,000 (Undisclosed Program)
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| NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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Approved Vendor List Includes Ideological Groups
The district is approving an ‘on-call listing’ of vendors for Expanded Learning Opportunities Programs (ELOP), which includes organizations with names suggesting a focus on ‘wellness,’ ‘therapy,’ or specific identity groups (e.g., ‘Just Be Well,’ ‘Bear Hug Therapy LLC,’ ‘Anda’s Wellness LLC,’ ‘Black Math Collective’). While this doesn’t obligate spending, it pre-approves vendors that may promote ideological agendas over core academics.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND TRANSPARENCY: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link): ‘We demand a full review of the curriculum and services offered by all vendors on the ELOP on-call listing (Item 11.c.9), especially those with names suggesting a focus on ‘wellness,’ ‘therapy,’ or specific identity groups, to ensure they do not promote ideological agendas.’
💰 Impact: Potential Ideological Spending
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Vague Title — Manual Review Required
The agenda item ‘Approval of Hey Tutor, Inc. to Provide An In-Person Tutor for Inglewood Continuation High School’ lacks sufficient detail to understand the scope or content of the tutoring services. Hey Tutor is also listed as an approved ELOP vendor, which can include SEL components. Parents need to know what kind of tutoring is being provided.
Recommended Action Plan
INVESTIGATE: Open the file attached in the Official Agenda (linked above) for Item 11.b.11 to confirm whether it contains sensitive policy changes or hidden ideological content. Demand a clear description of the tutoring curriculum.
💰 Impact: Undisclosed
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✅ Wins to Defend
Good moves worth showing up to support so they stick.
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| Major Win (LEVEL 8) |
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Parents Appointed to Bond Oversight Committee
The district is approving appointments to the Measure I Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee, including two parent representatives. This is a positive step towards increasing parental involvement and transparency in how bond funds are spent, ensuring accountability to taxpayers and families.
How to Lock It In
AMPLIFY THIS WIN: Contact the District Office (see the Official Agenda link) to thank the Board for appointing parent representatives to the Measure I Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (Item 11.d.1). Encourage other districts to follow this model for transparency and accountability.
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