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Burlington Schools Halt Surveys Amid Parental Outrage

4/26/2025

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Parents in Burlington, Massachusetts, are furious after a health survey containing explicit sexual questions was given to middle schoolers, even to those whose parents opted out. In response to federal complaints citing violations of student rights, the district has halted all surveys and is now reevaluating its policies amid the growing outrage.

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Parents in Burlington, Massachusetts, are furious after a health survey containing explicit sexual questions was given to middle schoolers, even to those whose parents opted out. In response to federal complaints citing violations of student rights, the district has halted all surveys and is now reevaluating its policies amid the growing outrage.