Xenia School Board Debates Critical Race Theory

The Buena Vista School Board meeting highlighted serious concerns from local business owner Ellie Roque, who reported racism and homophobia faced by her family within the district, leading her to homeschool her children. This follows ongoing discussions about bullying and the treatment of LGBTQIA+ students within the school. Meanwhile, in Xenia, Superintendent Gabriel Lofton reiterated that Critical Race Theory (CRT) is not part of the curriculum after board member Jeremy Cox raised concerns about its teaching. Despite Lofton's assurances, tensions escalated at a recent school board meeting, with parents divided on the issue. Cox has requested a second curriculum audit to investigate further. Parents have expressed confusion about the curriculum, with some supporting Lofton and others siding with Cox's insistence on greater transparency.