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They're opposed to using picture books to promote transgender ideology and gender identity in the elementary school, according to Pamela Kurt, one of the parents.
Kurt says she has examples of 35 books from the local library to show the school board.
"i believe in free speech. I don't believe in banning books," Kurt said. "But I care about what very young kids are being exposed to."
The school district superintendent, Dr. Melissa McCooley, said all of the district's books meet state standards.
She said she had not been contacted by anyone about the rally.
The meeting is set for 6 p.m. in Frog Pond Elementary School's multimedia room.
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