Samir Munshi urges commission to protect conscience and speech rights in classrooms after Montgomery County opt-out fight Samir Munshi told a commission that families in Montgomery County, Md., protested in 2023 after the district ended parental opt-outs for mandatory lessons on gender and related topics; he said those efforts led to the Supreme Court case Mahmood v. Taylor and urged protections for freedom of conscience and speech in classrooms.

Samir Munshi reveals how Montgomery County families united against a controversial school policy, leading to a landmark Supreme Court case that could redefine parental rights in education.

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County officials detail resources and 'know‑your‑rights' trainings after ICE incidents near schools In response to student questions after recent ICE activity, council leaders and county staff described QR‑coded resource posters at libraries and rec centers, know‑your‑rights trainings, MCPS protocols, community partners (CASA, MOCO IRC) and reiterated that Montgomery County Police do not enforce immigration laws.

Montgomery County is stepping up to protect families at risk of immigration enforcement, offering vital resources and training to ensure safety and support in the community.

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