Utah schools must teach abstinence in sex education. But what can they say about abortion?

The topic is “not technically prohibited” from discussion in the classroom, says Utah State Board of Education spokesperson.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) East High students walk out to protest the Supreme Court's leaked decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and give states the power to ban abortions on Thursday, May 12, 2022. What Utah students can learn about abortion isn't defined in law, so it's up to each district.

Utah schools must teach abstinence in sex education. But what can they say about abortion?

The topic is “not technically prohibited” from discussion in the classroom, says Utah State Board of Education spokesperson.

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