Guest guest Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A book available in the Mandarin High School library has a family questioning the books literary value in a public school setting.The book is called, "Vegan Virgin Valentine" and was written by Carolyn Mackler. The author describes the book as a racy tale of two 17 year-olds trying to find themselves.Anne Ferrell is concerned parent who found the book of marginal value saying, "They use the f-word everywhere else. That's unacceptable."Anne and her husband, John, are requesting a review committee at a district level pass judgment on the appropriateness of the book.Mandarin High principal, Dr. Crystal Sisler, says she encourages parents to know what their children are reading.She points out in an academic setting some profanity can be found in books saying, "There are college level classes and there's work the College Board has selected for the literary value."John Ferrell and his wife believe at a minimum the book should require parental permission to be checked out. Ferrell says, "We understand parents are going to have different values. We understand that, but this definitely crosses the line."Every year the Duval County Schools reviews a handful of books following a complaint or a request for review.A committee of media specialists combined with parents will read the book and discuss its value.What follows is a recommendation whether or not a book should be restricted.Peter H The all-new Mail goes wherever you go - free your email address from your Internet provider. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 a quick search brought up this http://www.veganrepresent.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4120 peter VV Feb 20, 2007 2:00 AM Re: School Library Book To Get Second Look JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A book available in the Mandarin High School library has a family questioning the books literary value in a public school setting.The book is called, "Vegan Virgin Valentine" and was written by Carolyn Mackler. The author describes the book as a racy tale of two 17 year-olds trying to find themselves.Anne Ferrell is concerned parent who found the book of marginal value saying, "They use the f-word everywhere else. That's unacceptable."Anne and her husband, John, are requesting a review committee at a district level pass judgment on the appropriateness of the book.Mandarin High principal, Dr. Crystal Sisler, says she encourages parents to know what their children are reading.She points out in an academic setting some profanity can be found in books saying, "There are college level classes and there's work the College Board has selected for the literary value."John Ferrell and his wife believe at a minimum the book should require parental permission to be checked out. Ferrell says, "We understand parents are going to have different values. We understand that, but this definitely crosses the line."Every year the Duval County Schools reviews a handful of books following a complaint or a request for review.A committee of media specialists combined with parents will read the book and discuss its value.What follows is a recommendation whether or not a book should be restricted. Peter H The all-new Mail goes wherever you go - free your email address from your Internet provider. I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of war, corporations have been enthroned, and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all the wealth is aggregated in a few hands and the republic is destroyed. I feel, at this moment, more anxiety for the safety of my country than ever before, even in the midst of war. God grant that my suspicions may prove groundless." Lincoln in a letter to Col. William F. Elkins on November 21, 1864 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 Yeah, from that web site , it does look like a steaming pile of literary doodoos............ The Valley Vegan.......................................fraggle <EBbrewpunx wrote: a quick search brought up this http://www.veganrepresent.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4120 peter VV Feb 20, 2007 2:00 AM Re: School Library Book To Get Second Look JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A book available in the Mandarin High School library has a family questioning the books literary value in a public school setting.The book is called, "Vegan Virgin Valentine" and was written by Carolyn Mackler. The author describes the book as a racy tale of two 17 year-olds trying to find themselves.Anne Ferrell is concerned parent who found the book of marginal value saying, "They use the f-word everywhere else. That's unacceptable."Anne and her husband, John, are requesting a review committee at a district level pass judgment on the appropriateness of the book.Mandarin High principal, Dr. Crystal Sisler, says she encourages parents to know what their children are reading.She points out in an academic setting some profanity can be found in books saying, "There are college level classes and there's work the College Board has selected for the literary value."John Ferrell and his wife believe at a minimum the book should require parental permission to be checked out. Ferrell says, "We understand parents are going to have different values. We understand that, but this definitely crosses the line."Every year the Duval County Schools reviews a handful of books following a complaint or a request for review.A committee of media specialists combined with parents will read the book and discuss its value.What follows is a recommendation whether or not a book should be restricted. Peter H The all-new Mail goes wherever you go - free your email address from your Internet provider. I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of war, corporations have been enthroned, and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all the wealth is aggregated in a few hands and the republic is destroyed. I feel, at this moment, more anxiety for the safety of my country than ever before, even in the midst of war. God grant that my suspicions may prove groundless." Lincoln in a letter to Col. William F. Elkins on November 21, 1864 Peter H New Mail is the ultimate force in competitive emailing. Find out more at the Mail Championships. Plus: play games and win prizes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2007 Report Share Posted February 20, 2007 eh.. look at it this way..if it was in texas, they'd have burned the books already.... peter VV Feb 20, 2007 10:24 AM Re: School Library Book To Get Second Look Yeah, from that web site , it does look like a steaming pile of literary doodoos............ The Valley Vegan.......................................fraggle <EBbrewpunx wrote: a quick search brought up this http://www.veganrepresent.com/forums/showthread.php?t=4120 peter VV Feb 20, 2007 2:00 AM Re: School Library Book To Get Second Look JACKSONVILLE, FL -- A book available in the Mandarin High School library has a family questioning the books literary value in a public school setting.The book is called, "Vegan Virgin Valentine" and was written by Carolyn Mackler. The author describes the book as a racy tale of two 17 year-olds trying to find themselves.Anne Ferrell is concerned parent who found the book of marginal value saying, "They use the f-word everywhere else. That's unacceptable."Anne and her husband, John, are requesting a review committee at a district level pass judgment on the appropriateness of the book.Mandarin High principal, Dr. Crystal Sisler, says she encourages parents to know what their children are reading.She points out in an academic setting some profanity can be found in books saying, "There are college level classes and there's work the College Board has selected for the literary value."John Ferrell and his wife believe at a minimum the book should require parental permission to be checked out. Ferrell says, "We understand parents are going to have different values. We understand that, but this definitely crosses the line."Every year the Duval County Schools reviews a handful of books following a complaint or a request for review.A committee of media specialists combined with parents will read the book and discuss its value.What follows is a recommendation whether or not a book should be restricted. Peter H The all-new Mail goes wherever you go - free your email address from your Internet provider. I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of war, corporations have been enthroned, and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all the wealth is aggregated in a few hands and the republic is destroyed. I feel, at this moment, more anxiety for the safety of my country than ever before, even in the midst of war. God grant that my suspicions may prove groundless." Lincoln in a letter to Col. William F. Elkins on November 21, 1864 Peter H New Mail is the ultimate force in competitive emailing. Find out more at the Mail Championships. Plus: play games and win prizes. I see in the near future a crisis approaching that unnerves me and causes me to tremble for the safety of my country. As a result of war, corporations have been enthroned, and an era of corruption in high places will follow, and the money power of the country will endeavor to prolong its reign by working upon the prejudices of the people until all the wealth is aggregated in a few hands and the republic is destroyed. I feel, at this moment, more anxiety for the safety of my country than ever before, even in the midst of war. God grant that my suspicions may prove groundless." Lincoln in a letter to Col. William F. Elkins on November 21, 1864 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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