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Maryland Senior Fights Graduation Over LGBTQ+ Course Mandate

4/26/2025

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A Maryland high school senior, known as "Jane," is at risk of missing graduation after refusing to enroll in a health course that includes LGBTQ+ topics, which her Christian family finds objectionable. In a bold move, they have taken their fight to the Maryland Supreme Court, claiming the school system is infringing on their religious freedoms.

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Story summary

A Maryland high school senior, known as "Jane," is at risk of missing graduation after refusing to enroll in a health course that includes LGBTQ+ topics, which her Christian family finds objectionable. In a bold move, they have taken their fight to the Maryland Supreme Court, claiming the school system is infringing on their religious freedoms.