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Education Curriculum
Overview
Parents trust schools to provide their children with a strong foundation in academics—reading, math, science, and history. But too often, curriculum includes controversial social and political ideologies presented without transparency or parental consent. Whether it’s sexual education that conflicts with family values, activist-driven history standards, or assignments that promote one worldview over another, parents deserve to know—and to have a voice.
My Kid, My Choice affirms: education should serve students and respect parents, not push hidden agendas.
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What Parents Need to Know
Lack of Transparency
Many schools do not readily share curriculum or lesson plans with parents.
Some classroom discussions and supplemental materials never appear in official curriculum guides, making it harder for parents to monitor.
Controversial Curriculum Areas
Sex Education: May include explicit sexual content, gender ideology, or instruction on abortion access.
Social Studies/History: Increasingly influenced by political narratives rather than balanced historical perspectives.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) / Social Emotional Learning (SEL): Often presented as neutral but can carry underlying ideological messages.
Parental Rights in Curriculum
Parents have the right to request access to classroom materials and lesson plans.
Parents in many states, including New Mexico, have opt-out rights for certain curriculum (e.g., sex education), though schools may not always make this clear.
Academic Impact
Research shows children thrive academically when parents are engaged in their learning. Lack of transparency undermines the partnership between home and school.
Legal & Constitutional Realities
Pierce v. Society of Sisters (1925):
Affirmed that parents have the right to direct the education of their children.
Meyer v. Nebraska (1923):
Upheld parents’ authority to control their child’s instruction.
New Mexico Law:
Parents have the right to inspect instructional materials and to opt their children out of certain subjects, such as sex education (though enforcement varies by district).
First Amendment:
Protects the right of families to uphold their own religious and moral beliefs without state interference.
Download MKMC Opt-Out Forms
Talking Points for Parents
Use these when speaking with school boards, educators, or legislators:
Talking Point #1
“Parents are the primary educators. Schools should partner with families, not replace them.”
Talking Point #2
“Transparency builds trust. Parents have a right to know what their kids are being taught.”
Talking Point #3
“Diverse perspectives should be taught fairly—not used to push ideology.”
Talking Point #4
“If schools respect parental involvement, students thrive both academically and socially.”
What You Can Do
Request Access
Ask to review your child’s textbooks, supplemental materials, and classroom assignments.
Use Opt-Outs
Where available, opt your child out of content that conflicts with your family’s values.
Engage with Teachers
Build relationships with your child’s educators to create open communication.
Attend School Board Meetings
Stay aware of curriculum decisions being made at the district level.
Organize with Other Parents
Work together to request transparency and accountability from school leaders.
Bottom Line
Parents have the ultimate authority to decide how and what their children are taught. Schools should educate—not indoctrinate—and parents must remain fully informed and empowered to protect their children’s education.
Because when it comes to learning—My Kid. My Choice.