Education · Portland, OR Metro · September 1, 2026
Portland Public Schools' Staff Welcome-Back Video Features Drag Performer
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- Request PPS's written policy on outside speakers and content featured in official district communications.
- Ask your school board representative whether parents were consulted before this video's release.
- Review your child's school's back-to-school materials and social media for similar messaging.
- Document any district communications on gender-related content for your own records before raising concerns at a board meeting.
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