AZ Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman
Sedona AZ – The following is Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman’s statement on the federal lawsuit that challenges Arizona’s anti-LGBTQ curriculum law as released today by the Arizona Department of Education:
“Since the beginning of my career in teaching and politics, I have always been opposed to this anti-LGBTQ legislation and its harmful implications. This law prohibits educators from discussing topics related to LGBTQ relationships or portraying them in a positive light in our HIV/AIDS curriculum. Throughout my travels across the state, students and families have shared with me the impact that this law has had on their lives. At school, they feel unsafe, unwelcome and unsupported. Furthermore, it also denies all students comprehensive, scientifically accurate health education.
I welcome the opportunity this lawsuit brings to educate the public and bring visibility to the issues as we continue the march toward equality.”
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Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman’s statement regarding the signing into law of SB1111, which establishes of a State Seal of Arts Proficiency to recognize public school students who have achieved a high level of proficiency in the arts:
“Arts programs are an essential part of a well-rounded education system, not just electives that are nice for students to have. Research has proven that a balanced, comprehensive and sequential program of study in the arts allows Arizona’s students to learn and practice 21st-century skills and behaviors that improve critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creative problem solving. I commend the Legislature for passing SB1111, which recognizes the superb work accomplished by students across Arizona.”