A delicate balance in the classroom

Here’s An Editorial Out Of Indiana on an English class at Franklin Central High School had read about three-fourths of the novel “Fallen Angels” when the students were told to stop. Principal Kevin Koers decided the book was too profane, and it was dropped from the curriculum.

The editorial says obtaining parental consent is the best way to teach sensitive topics while protecting all students’ sensibilities.

“Administrators and teachers need to look for ways to keep classrooms relevant, challenging and interesting while respecting the concerns of parents who want their children protected from influences they don’t deem appropriate. That’s a tough order.