Song Of Solomon

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as per the rules of reviewing a challenged book, the director of English for the school district, Deanna Norad, assembled a five person committee made up of two administrators, one teacher, and two parents. The comittee deliberated, and unanimously recommended to keep the book on the reading list. They also suggested some changes to the way the book was taught. From then on, they said, Song of Solomon should be taught during the regular school year so that more guidance could be given, if needed. By the same token, they recommended that the book be discussed more in class.


If they kept it, what's the controversy?

Here's the thing; the final decision rested with Superintendent Patricia Richardson. The committee only existed to advise her. She decided to get rid of the book.


Why did she do that?

She said she thought that the book was inappropriate for high schoolers. Also, she probably wanted to resolve the issue quickly, with a minimum of controversy. There's no doubt in my mind ...

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