Portland Public Schools has adopted a new rule barring teachers from displaying their personal views on a “political or personal issue” in the classroom.
According to The Oregonian , the new guidance was “quietly” adopted under an administrative directive on August 24.
“Content on classroom walls, bulletin boards or otherwise displayed in the classroom must be related to the curriculum or district sponsored pursuant to [the district’s academic freedom policy],” the rule says. “Those spaces cannot be used for an employee’s personal expression whether that is related to a political or personal issue.”
Portland Public Schools told Fox News Digital that the new rule has been in the works for a year and “acts as a reminder to all of our student-centered mission and also reminds our staff to use District spaces for educational purposes.”
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“The AD is content neutral, and we believe supports the goal of remaining focused on creating a rich educational environment for students,” the statement said.