Supreme Court Issues Major Rulings on LGBTQ+ Rights in Schools and Parental Opt-Outs

The U.S. Supreme Court delivered significant decisions impacting LGBTQ+ students and parental rights in schools. In Chiles v. Salazar, the Court ruled 8-1 that a Colorado law banning conversion therapy for minors violated a therapist's First Amendment rights. Additionally, in Mahmoud v. Taylor, the Court ruled 6-3 that public schools must allow parents to opt their children out of LGBTQ+ inclusive elementary curriculum if it conflicts with religious beliefs. These rulings are expected to have broad implications for student protections and educational policies nationwide.