California school board approves LGBTQ-inclusive curriculum after initial rejection and governor's threat
- A Southern California school board initially rejected a social studies curriculum that includes information about gay rights.
- California's governor threatened a large fine if the board did not approve the curriculum that meets state standards.
- The board ultimately approved the curriculum, citing feedback from parents and desire to avoid lawsuits.
- Some conservatives had opposed the inclusion of LGBTQ topics in elementary school curriculum.
- The approved materials will now provide students information about LGBTQ history and rights in California.