News

Attempt to overturn school board's transgender policy fails

Posted April 05, 2017 7:00 am

The Associated Press

PALATINE, Ill. (AP) - Some Chicago suburban school board members who approved a policy allowing a transgender student to use the locker room of the sex she identified with survived an election challenge mounted by angry parents.

The Palatine Township High School District 211 transgender policy prompted three opponents to run for the school board. Unofficial results late Tuesday show two incumbents and a former member supporting the transgender policy were elected.

More than 50 families calling themselves Parents for Privacy are suing the district in federal court, saying the transgender policy violates other students' privacy rights.

The opponents of the policy drew financial support from a donor who has given millions to conservative causes.

___

Information from: Chicago Tribune, http://www.chicagotribune.com

Article Comments

Article Categories
Chicago Content Providers News Region

Article Comments

Guidelines: Keep it civil and on topic; no profanity, vulgarity, slurs or personal attacks. People who harass others or joke about tragedies will be blocked. If a comment violates these standards or our terms of service, click the "flag" link in the lower-right corner of the comment box. To find our more, read our FAQ.