DPI’s ruling on Menomonee Falls Schools’ book ban does little, but 2024 complaint ignited change

In 2024, parents in Menomonee Falls filed a complaint with the state alleging the school district’s removal of a children’s book depicting same-sex families was discriminatory.

Now two years later, the Department of Public Instruction says it has “limited authority” to assess whether the School District of Menomonee Falls violated its local policies or the law.

Menomonee Falls parents say DPI and State Superintendent Jill Underly took too long to rule and missed its chance to show support for LGBTQ+ families…

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