{"id":2075479,"date":"2023-10-22T00:04:03","date_gmt":"2023-10-22T04:04:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/capistrano-unified-rejects-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis\/"},"modified":"2023-10-22T00:07:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-22T04:07:46","slug":"capistrano-unified-rejects-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/capistrano-unified-rejects-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis\/","title":{"rendered":"Capistrano Unified refuses to inform parents about child&#8217;s mental health crisis."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcapistrano-unified-rejects-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2075479&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<h2>The Capistrano Unified School District Rejects Parent\u200d Notification Policy<\/h2>\n<p>The Capistrano Unified \u2063School District made history on October\u200d 18th by becoming the first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/calif-gov-newsom-announces-2b-plan-to-reopen-schools-by-spring\/\" title=\"Calif. Gov. Newsom announces B plan to reopen schools by spring\">school district<\/a> to reject a parent \u200dnotification policy. This decision\u2064 comes after\u2062 several other local school\u200c boards\u200d had \u200calready adopted\u200d similar policies over the summer.<\/p>\n<p>During\u200c a board meeting, the policy was\u2063 voted down with a\u2063 4-2 majority. \u2064Trustees Krista \u200dCastellanos, Michael\u200c Parham, Amy Hanacek, and Gila Jones voted against it, while Trustees Judy Bullockus and Lisa Davis voted \u2062in favor.<\/p>\n<p>Interestingly,\u2063 this vote follows\u2062 the approval of similar policies by eight other California school districts this year. Chino Valley Unified \u2062was the first to enact such a policy in July and is currently facing a\u200d lawsuit from state \u200dAttorney General Rob Bonta. Bonta argues that the policy endangers\u200c LGBT students if their\u200c families\u200b are\u200b unsupportive.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode\">\n<div class=\"border-comp-divider mb-4 mr-4 w-full max-w-[500px] border px-5 py-4 text-[16px] leading-[20px] text-[#262626] md:float-left\" id=\"in_article_related_stories\">\n<h2 class=\"mb-3 font-sans text-[16px] font-semibold uppercase leading-[19px] text-[#2F2F2F]\">Related Stories<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-4 sm:line-clamp-3\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/california-school-district-votes-to-notify-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis-5511190?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-sm sm:text-base\">California School District Votes to Notify\u200c Parents of Child&#8217;s Mental Health Crisis<\/h3>\n<p><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">10\/16\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/california-school-district-votes-to-notify-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis-5511190?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source>\n<\/picture>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-4 sm:line-clamp-3\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/7th-california-school-district-adopts-policy-to-notify-parents-of-childs-gender-status-change-5493099?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-sm sm:text-base\">7th California School\u200c District Adopts Policy to\u2062 Notify Parents of Child&#8217;s Gender Status Change<\/h3>\n<p><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">9\/17\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/7th-california-school-district-adopts-policy-to-notify-parents-of-childs-gender-status-change-5493099?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source>\n<\/picture>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The policy considered by the \u200dCapistrano Unified\u200b board was similar to one \u200cadopted by Placentia-Yorba Linda \u200dUnified,\u200b but different\u200d from \u2062the policies adopted by the other\u200c districts.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike the other districts, Capistrano&#8217;s and Placentia Yorba-Linda&#8217;s policies\u2064 focused solely on mental health concerns\u200d and did\u2064 not address\u200d gender identity.<\/p>\n<p>The\u2063 rejected policy would have required school counselors to \u200bnotify parents or guardians when there was reasonable cause to \u200cbelieve that \u200ddoing so would\u200b protect the students&#8217; health, safety, or welfare.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode post-related-videos\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>On the\u200d other hand, the policies of the\u2064 other districts also included notification requirements for cases where\u2062 a \u2063child wanted to identify as transgender, was involved in school violence, or\u200c expressed thoughts\u200d of suicide.<\/p>\n<p>During the board \u200bmeeting\u200c in September, Ms. Davis proposed the policy, stating that it would involve parents in crucial aspects of their child&#8217;s life.<\/p>\n<p>Ms. \u200cBullockus, speaking at the October \u200b18th meeting, \u200dexplained that the policy \u200daimed to equip \u2062parents\u200b with the \u2064necessary tools to\u2064 support their\u2062 children&#8217;s\u200c mental health concerns.<\/p>\n<p>However, Mr. Parham argued that he \u200chad not received any reports from\u200b teachers about children withholding information\u200c from their parents. This led him to believe that the existing system was\u200c effective and\u2062 rendered the policy unnecessary.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the rejection of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-ag-sues-school-district-over-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-gender-status-change\/\" title=\"CA AG sues school district for not informing parents of child's gender change.\">parent notification policy<\/a> in the\u2062 Capistrano Unified School District potentially impact student well-being and safety?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  =&#8221;[14px] leading-[18px]&#8221;>10\/14\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/7th-california-school-district-adopts-policy-to-notify-parents-of-childs-gender-status-change-5493099?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source><\/p>\n<\/picture>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-4 sm:line-clamp-3\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/teacher-sues-california-school-district-for-forcing-critical-race-theory-training-on-staff-5393516?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-sm sm:text-base\">Teacher Sues California School District for Forcing Critical Race Theory\u2064 Training on Staff<\/h3>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">10\/10\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/teacher-sues-california-school-district-for-forcing-critical-race-theory-training-on-staff-5393516?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source><\/p>\n<\/picture>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2>The Rejection of Parent\u200d Notification Policy<\/h2>\n<p>The Capistrano Unified \u200dSchool District&#8217;s decision to reject a parent notification policy\u2063 has sparked controversy and debate among parents,\u200b educators, \u200dand community members. While eight other California school districts have already \u200dimplemented similar policies, Capistrano Unified became the first to take\u2063 a stand \u200cagainst it.<\/p>\n<p>The \u200cpolicy, which would require schools to notify \u200cparents when their child requests any information \u2062or support regarding topics such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/9-year-old-girl-pepper-sprayed-during-interaction-with-rochester-police\/\" title=\"9-Year-Old Girl Pepper Sprayed During Interaction With Rochester Police\">mental health crisis<\/a> or gender identity, has received mixed reactions. Proponents argue that\u200d it helps keep parents informed and \u200binvolved in their child&#8217;s well-being, \u200censuring that they can provide the necessary support. On the other\u200d hand, opponents\u2062 claim that such policies can endanger vulnerable students, particularly those who may face unsupportive reactions from their families.<\/p>\n<p>The\u2064 rejection of the parent notification policy by the Capistrano Unified School \u2063District has raised concerns about the potential impact \u2062on student well-being \u200cand safety. Supporters of the policy argue that informing parents about their child&#8217;s\u200c struggles can lead to early intervention and support. They believe that parents have the right to know about any issues\u2062 their child may \u2064be facing, especially in crucial areas such as mental health. By involving \u200cparents, schools can work together with families to provide the best possible care and support for students.<\/p>\n<p>However, critics of the policy argue \u2062that not all parents are \u200bsupportive or understanding when it comes\u2062 to issues like mental health or gender identity. They worry that notifying unsupportive parents can put vulnerable students\u200c at risk, leading to potential harm \u200bor even further alienation. They emphasize the importance of\u2062 providing inclusive\u200b and safe\u2063 spaces within schools where students can seek help without fear of judgment or \u2062discrimination, especially if they are not ready to disclose their struggles to their families.<\/p>\n<p>The rejection of the policy by the\u200d Capistrano Unified School District aligns with the ongoing legal battle in Chino Valley Unified, where\u2063 state Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against the district&#8217;s parent notification \u2064policy. Bonta argues that the policy endangers LGBT students if their families are unsupportive, and it violates their rights to privacy and\u200d equal protection. The outcome of this legal battle will \u200dundoubtedly have implications for other school districts considering similar\u200c policies.<\/p>\n<h2>Impact on Student Well-being<\/h2>\n<p>The rejection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/capistrano-unified-rejects-policy-notifying-parents-of-childs-mental-health-crisis\/\" title=\"Capistrano Unified refuses to inform parents about child's mental health crisis.\">parent notification policy raises\u2062 important questions<\/a> about \u2063student well-being and the role of schools in supporting their mental health and gender identity. While involving parents in \u2064their child&#8217;s\u200c education and well-being is crucial, it is essential to consider the potential risks and challenges faced by vulnerable students.<\/p>\n<p>Advocates of the policy argue that it enables parents to be proactive in addressing \u2062their child&#8217;s needs. By involving parents in discussions about mental health \u2063or gender identity, schools can ensure that\u2063 students receive the necessary support both at home and in the educational setting.\u2064 They argue that parental\u2063 involvement \u200dcan lead to more comprehensive and holistic care for students.<\/p>\n<p>However, opponents of the\u2063 policy highlight the potential harm that can be caused by involving unsupportive or discriminatory parents. They stress the importance of creating safe spaces \u200cwithin schools where students can seek help without fear. Inclusive and confidential counseling services, student support groups, and education programs can provide the necessary resources and\u200d support for students without necessarily involving parents, especially if they \u2064are not ready to disclose their struggles.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately,\u200d the rejection \u2064of the parent notification \u2062policy by the\u200d Capistrano Unified School District reflects the\u200b complexity of balancing the involvement of parents and\u200b the protection of vulnerable students. It highlights the need for ongoing\u2062 dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders to find ways to support\u2062 student well-being while respecting their privacy\u200b and individual<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Capistrano Unified School District became the first to reject a parent notification policy on Oct. 18. Despite other school boards adopting similar policies, the board voted 4-2 against it during a meeting. 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