Portland mother faces school ban and police visit after questioning curriculum

A Portland, Oregon, mother reports being banned from her children’s elementary school after raising concerns regarding a classroom assignment. The parent, a Christian, sought clarification on an "identity flower" exercise that asked students to define their gender. She stated that she was not notified of the assignment in advance and expressed concern over instructional materials suggesting that gender identity could change daily.

Following a meeting with school staff, the mother attempted to address the issue through the PTA but was reportedly prohibited from speaking. She subsequently distributed an open letter to other parents on a public sidewalk. The situation escalated after a verbal confrontation with another parent during school pickup, which resulted in a visit from local police the following morning. The mother maintains that her actions were peaceful and that she is advocating for the fundamental right of parents to be informed about their children's education.