Some biology textbooks in the Gilbert Public School District now have a sticker on them saying the district “supports the state of Arizona's strong interest in promoting childbirth and adoption over elective abortion.”
It goes on to say abstinence is the most effective way to prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections and that if students have questions, they’re encouraged to speak with their parents. To find out what kind of impact might these stickers have we spoke to Lela Williams, who studies adolescents and their behavior and is an associate professor at Arizona State University's School of Social Work.
In a statement Dr. Christina M. Kishimoto, the superintendent of the Gilbert Public School District, said “I worked closely with the board to provide a solution to the matter regarding the district’s biology books. The board and I have full confidence in our teachers, and because we trust the way our teachers instruct, we agreed that this is the best course of action. We are pleased with the collaboration and completion of this matter.”
