Clash Between Policy 5756 and Federal EO
Push for Schools to Align with Executive Order 14166
In light of President Trump’s new Executive Order (EO), "Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government", I strongly urge EVERYONE to contact their superintendent and CC the Board of Education to address the conflict between Policy 5756 and the administration’s latest directive. Scroll to the end to find an extensive sample e-mail sample that outlines each issue with this conflict.
Christina, a member of the New Jersey Project, took immediate action and emailed her superintendent in Sparta as soon as the new Executive Order went into effect. Given that each superintendent may have a different response, it’s important for us to compare notes to see how they address the issue. This proactive approach will not only help us stay informed but also encourage other superintendents to consider their stance on this critical matter. Let’s use this as an opportunity to engage with them and get them thinking about the implications of keeping Policy 5756.
Sample Email for Your School
Subject: Concerns Regarding Executive Order 14166 and Policy 5756
Dear [Superintendent's Name],
I am writing to express my urgent concern regarding the conflict between the new Executive Order 14166, "Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government" and the district’s Policy 5756, which permits biological males identifying as female to access spaces and sports intended for girls.
Executive Order 14166 affirms a simple yet profound truth: biological sex is immutable and should form the basis of federal policy. This directive restores fairness, dignity, and safety for women and girls by protecting their right to private, sex-specific spaces such as bathrooms and locker rooms. It is a return to common sense and biological reality, principles that are critical for fostering a respectful and secure environment in our schools.
Policy 5756, however, disregards these principles by allowing boys to enter private spaces designated for girls, creating discomfort, anxiety, and potential safety risks for female students. This policy undermines their rights and fails to prioritize their well-being. As a parent, I find this deeply troubling and unacceptable.
I would like to understand how the district intends to address the following:
Alignment with Federal Law: How will the district bring Policy 5756 into compliance with Executive Order 14166, which mandates the recognition of sex based solely on biological reality?
Restoring Privacy and Safety: What immediate steps will be taken to protect the privacy and safety of female students by ensuring that access to sex-specific spaces and sports is restricted to biological females?
Legal and Community Accountability: How will the district ensure it is not exposing itself to legal challenges for failing to comply with this federal mandate? Additionally, how will the district rebuild trust with families who feel their concerns about this issue have been ignored?
Potential Federal Funding Implications: As this issue is tied to federal regulations, how does the district plan to address the possibility that continued non-compliance with Executive Order 14166 could result in a loss of federal funding in the future? What steps will be taken to ensure the district remains in good standing with federal authorities?
Our schools must prioritize the well-being and dignity of all students, but this cannot come at the expense of girls’ rights to privacy and security in spaces designed specifically for their protection. Executive Order 14166 presents an opportunity to reaffirm these values and ensure that policies reflect biological truth and fairness.
I urge you to act quickly to resolve this conflict and align the district’s policies with the federal government. The community deserves clarity and decisive action to protect our children and restore trust in the district’s commitment to their best interests.
I look forward to your response and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss this matter further.
Thank you for your attention to this important issue.
Sincerely,
[YOUR NAME]
I hope to get to my BOE meeting and read this letter out loud.
Where are the legislators, not demonrats but the so called republicans. We really need change in this state. More parents need to get involved and run for a assembly or senate seat.
Nikki, thank you for including the sample letter. I often want to email school but writing up something official is not easy for all. Nonetheless, I copied - made a few edits- and emailed.