The following message was shared with the broader MCPS community following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision:

Joint Statement from the Montgomery County Board of Education and Montgomery County Public Schools Concerning Today’s Supreme Court Decision

Today, the Supreme Court of the United States issued an opinion in the case of MAHMOUD ET AL. v. TAYLOR ET AL. concerning the use of LGBTQ+ texts and opt-out processes for families. Although not surprised, we are disappointed in today’s ruling. This decision complicates our work creating a welcoming, inclusive and equitable school system. It also sends a chilling message to many valued members of our diverse community.

Montgomery County Public Schools remains a welcoming and inclusive school system that embraces and celebrates each and every one of our students. We will maintain an environment where all students feel valued and supported. Equity is one of our core values and is foundational to who we are as a system that serves one of the most diverse communities in the United States of America.

We will continue to analyze the Supreme Court decision and develop next steps in alignment with today’s decision and, as importantly, our values. Schools and families will receive further guidance prior to the start of the upcoming school year. MCPS will continue to have inclusive books, which reflect the rich diversity of the students and families that we serve in Montgomery County.

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