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MD SJ5

MD SJ5
Elementary and Secondary Education - Curriculum - Importance of Diversity


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Introduced
01/31/2025
In Committee
01/31/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

FOR the purpose of acknowledging the importance of teaching a culturally diverse curriculum in elementary and secondary schools in the State; providing that curricula taught in elementary and secondary schools should include the history of communities that have experienced discrimination; affirming the State of Maryland’s commitment to a complete education; and generally relating to the curriculum taught in elementary and secondary schools in the State.

AI Summary

This resolution acknowledges the importance of diversity and inclusivity in Maryland's elementary and secondary school curricula. The document recognizes that current educational materials have historically underrepresented communities that have experienced discrimination and seeks to address this issue by promoting a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to education. Specifically, the resolution calls for curricula that encompass the experiences of groups who have faced discrimination based on disability, ethnicity, gender, indigenous American Tribal affiliation, race, religion, and sexual orientation. The resolution aims to cultivate empathy, break down stereotypes, and help students learn to interact in a diverse society by ensuring that educational content reflects the breadth of Marylanders' lived experiences. The state commits to providing robust civic, cultural, and historical education that will help create engaged and informed community members. Ultimately, the resolution represents Maryland's policy commitment to delivering a non-discriminatory, inclusive educational experience that ensures all students feel represented and have an equal opportunity to receive a complete education.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Education, Energy, and the Environment Hearing (09:00:00 3/7/2025 ) (on 03/07/2025)

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