If you’re a parent, you’ve probably felt the pressure building in schools over the last few years. From curriculum changes to policy shifts, parents are left scrambling to keep up with what their kids are being taught. First, it was gender ideology being presented as fact. Now, in many schools, sexually explicit content disguised as “inclusive literature” is making its way into classrooms and school libraries.
We’re not talking about books that simply acknowledge that LGBTQ people exist. We’re talking about books describing kinks, fetishes, and sexual practices, material that has no business in a child’s educational environment. And yes, these books are being approved by school boards, librarians, and educators who either don’t read the material thoroughly or don’t believe parents should have a say.
Let’s get one thing straight. Parents do have a say. And they need to start using it loudly and unapologetically.
What’s Happening in Schools?
In the name of “inclusion” and “representation,” schools have started adding books to their shelves that go far beyond teaching tolerance. Many of these books contain graphic sexual content, including descriptions of BDSM, kink, and fetish-related activities. These topics have nothing to do with academic learning and everything to do with pushing boundaries that parents never agreed to.
Some will tell you this is about promoting acceptance or preventing bullying. But let’s be honest. You don’t need to expose kids to graphic sexual content to teach them to be kind and respectful to others. Those lessons can be taught without crossing age-appropriate boundaries.
Why Staying Silent Is Dangerous
When parents stay quiet, they send a message: “I trust you to make the decisions for my child.” That’s dangerous when schools and organizations are showing they are not acting with full transparency. If you don’t ask questions, demand accountability, and set boundaries, these materials will keep slipping through the cracks if they aren’t being pushed intentionally.
Your silence is taken as agreement.
If you think someone else will speak up, think again. Many parents feel uncomfortable or fear being labeled as “bigoted” or “closed-minded.” But protecting your child’s innocence isn’t hateful. It’s responsible. Your role as a parent is to safeguard your child’s development, not to let others decide what they’re exposed to before they’re ready.
How to Push Back Effectively
- Know What’s in the Curriculum and Library
Don’t assume everything being passed off as “literature” is safe. Ask to see the materials. Read them yourself. Make note of any content that crosses the line into sexually explicit territory. - Show Up to School Board Meetings
These meetings are where policies and materials are approved. If parents don’t attend and speak up, schools assume there’s no opposition. Bring specific examples. Quote the material. Make it uncomfortable for them to brush you off. - Talk to Other Parents
You’re probably not the only one concerned, but others may be afraid to speak up alone. Start conversations. Build support. There’s strength in numbers, and a united group of parents is much harder to ignore. - Document Everything
Keep records of the books you find, the meetings you attend, and the communications you send. Documentation makes it harder for schools to deny or downplay your concerns later. - Demand Clear Policies
Push for transparency on how books and materials are selected. Advocate for parental review boards or opt-out policies that give you control over what your child is exposed to.
Your Voice Matters
You don’t need permission to advocate for your child. You don’t have to wait for someone else to lead the charge. Schools are supposed to work with parents, not around them. The moment parents start showing up, asking hard questions, and refusing to back down is the moment things start to change.
No one will fight for your child the way you will. That’s your job. That’s your responsibility. And right now, it’s more important than ever.
Your kids are counting on you to speak up. Will you?