Alliance Defending Freedom
Local Alert
📅 Monday, November 16, 2026 to Calendar
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We reviewed the upcoming agenda for Libertyville SD 70 and identified 2 items with potential legal exposure ahead of the vote.
HIGH VIABILITY (LEVEL 7)
Requires Verification

First Reading of Substantive Policy Revisions Without Text
📅 November 16, 2026
The board is conducting a first reading for revisions to over 20 policies, including those on Curriculum Content (6:60), Equal Educational Opportunities (7:10), and Student Behavior (7:190). The proposed text for these changes was not included in the agenda packet, preventing review of changes that could impact parental rights and student speech.
Intake Action

PULL THE DOCUMENT: Under Item 7.1, the board is reviewing numerous policy changes. Retrieve the full text of all proposed policy revisions from the district’s public portal or via a records request to analyze for exposure before the second reading. Calendar the next board meeting for the second reading and potential vote.

⚖️ Legal Hook: Policy Text Not Available – Pull Before Vote
MONITOR (LEVEL 5)
Requires Verification

Contract for 5th Grade ‘Navigating Middle School Years’ Presentation
📅 November 16, 2026
The district is approving payment to vendor Candor Health Education for a presentation to 5th graders titled ‘Navigating Middle School Years.’ The content is unknown but may involve sensitive health topics, implicating parental rights to curriculum review and consent.
Intake Action

RECORDS REQUEST: Submit a public records request for the contract with Candor Health Education and all curriculum materials, slides, and handouts for the ‘Navigating Middle School Years’ presentation referenced in the Agenda of Bills. Inquire about the district’s policy for parental notification and opt-out for this presentation.

⚖️ Legal Hook: Parental Rights – Curriculum Review
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