VOICE VOTE
Resolution 95 on religious diversity curriculum passes
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Resolution 95, which calls upon the New York City Department of Education to develop curriculum on religious diversity, provide professional development, ensure accurate classification of hate crimes, and take actions against religious-based bullying, was put to a voice vote. The resolution passed with a majority of ayes.
Amanda Farias
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Resolution 95 calls upon the New York City Department of Education to consult with faith based organizations to develop and provide all grade levels with curriculum that focuses on religious diversity, to provide professional development focused on the religious diversity for teachers, staff, and administrators, to ensure accurate classification of hate crimes and annual school reports and immediate notification and fulfill disclosures to parents of hate crime statistics, and to ensure that schools take actions to condemn bullying and harassment based on religious clothing, food requirements, and the need for prayer space and time year round.
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Will all those in favor say aye?
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All opposed, say nay.
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Any abstentions?
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The ayes have it.
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