Resources for Parents
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Mahmoud v. Taylor Case Summary
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Background: In Mahmoud v. Taylor, parents in Montgomery County, Maryland, challenged the school district’s policy on LGBTQ+-themed storybooks in elementary classrooms.
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The Dispute: The Montgomery County Board of Education integrated LGBTQ+-inclusive storybooks into the curriculum. Initially, parents could opt out, but the district later eliminated this option, citing administrative challenges and a commitment to inclusion. Parents from diverse religious backgrounds claimed the no-opt-out policy violated their First Amendment religious freedom and parental rights.
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Lower Court Rulings: The district court rejected the parents’ request for a preliminary injunction, a decision upheld by the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.
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Supreme Court Decision: On June 27, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of the parents, finding that the no-opt-out policy infringed on their First Amendment right to free exercise of religion.
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Impact: The ruling bolsters parental rights and religious liberty, allowing parents to guide their children’s education based on their beliefs.
Following the recent decision, we worked with our law firm to create a downloadable, editable Word document for your use. We recommend sending a hard copy of the completed letter and an email to ensure delivery.
Advocates for Faith & Freedom, a California bssed law firm that focuses on parental rights and religious freedom for years, has created a customizable Opt-Out form for parents to use nationwide. Their document states Christian beliefs.
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These are the books cited in the case. Listen to read alouds of these books and others like them HERE.
RESOURCES
Plugged In by Focus on the Family exists to help families make appropriate entertainment choices in movies, TV, music, games, books, and youtube channels.
RESEARCH AND STUDIES
ON THE EFFECTS OF PORNOGRAPHY AND
VIOLENCE ON CHILDREN AND TEENS
Is Reading Erotica as Harmful as Watching Porn?
A Rasmussen Reports Poll
Examples of LGBTQ+ Books,
Materials , and Lesson Plans
In Mahmoud v. Taylor (June 27, 2025), the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Montgomery County, Maryland, parents can opt their children out of public school lessons with LGBTQ-themed storybooks, citing First Amendment religious freedom. The decision, led by Justice Alito, protects parents’ rights to guide their children’s religious upbringing, sparking debate over inclusive education.
Welcoming Schools Curriculum: The Welcoming Schools Curriculum has been used in schools across NC.however districts have since moved away from its use.
These districts still have it listed on their website at this time:
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Chapel Hill- Carrboro City Schools
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Objective: Students will explore diverse family structures, including those with LGBTQ+ parents, to foster understanding and respect.
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Grade Level: K-5 (for K-4, align with North Carolina Standard Course of Study, e.g., Grade 4 Standard 4.H.1.1, discussing contributions of marginalized groups).
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