
Our view on policy 5756
The question from our community:
Our View on Policy 5756 and Moving Forward with Marlboro Township Public Schools:
We understand the intent of Policy 5756 to balance parental rights with student safety, but the ongoing legal battle is proving to be a costly and divisive distraction. This fight is draining resources and Board energy that could be better spent on our core mission—education—and ultimately, it’s the taxpayers and students who bear the burden.
We believe there’s a more constructive path. The current board’s insistence on pursuing this expensive legal route isn’t serving the best interests of our community. As potential Board members, we advocate for a new approach that prioritizes community engagement. We aim to bring together parental rights advocates, LGBTQ+ community members, school board representatives, and state officials to find a collaborative resolution.
Our goal is to establish clear guidelines that protect and support students and parents on these sensitive issues. We also plan to work closely with state officials to develop a non-discriminatory policy that honors both student and parental rights. It’s time to move away from conflict and towards a solution that benefits everyone.
There has to be a better way to proceed and we are committed to find one!