Minnesota’s Department of Education has released a controversial second draft of its proposed K-12 health standards – prompting concerns over its emphasis on gender identity, expression and drug use.
The state is adding health to its list of required academic standards, which already includes subjects such as math, science and social studies.
These standards are reviewed and updated every 10 years. A review committee appointed by the education commissioner comprising teachers, parents, administrators, school board members and students helps write the standards.
