Archive

This archive preserves a record of legal actions, district policy changes, library-related developments, and community discussions connected to school library governance within the Rockwood School District.

These entries document events and public discussions as they occurred and are maintained for historical reference.

Legal Actions

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Missouri Librarian Groups and ACLU Challenge SB 775 in Court
Missouri Librarian Groups and ACLU Challenge SB 775 in Court

Missouri librarian groups and the ACLU filed suit challenging SB 775, arguing the statute is overly broad and creates uncertainty for school library officials statewide.

Missouri Attorney General Files Sunshine Law Lawsuit Against Rockwood School District
Missouri Attorney General Files Sunshine Law Lawsuit Against Rockwood School District

Missouri’s Attorney General filed a Sunshine Law lawsuit against Rockwood School District alleging improper handling of a public records request.

Community Response

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Rockwood School District Faces Parent Backlash After Posting FBI Tip Line
Rockwood School District Faces Parent Backlash After Posting FBI Tip Line

After Rockwood referenced an FBI tip line following a DOJ memo, some parents voiced concern amid ongoing disputes over library content.

The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 3)
The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 3)

As Rockwood Board meetings intensified in fall 2021 over book challenges, some parents shifted focus from formal appeals to documenting library materials publicly.

The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 2)
The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 2)

In 2021, Rockwood parents formally challenged 13 books after reviewing district library holdings through the Destiny Discover platform. All titles were ultimately retained.

The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 1)
The Birth of Library Exposed: How the Project Began (Part 1)

After a leaked district email raised transparency concerns in 2021, some Rockwood parents began closely examining curriculum and library materials—leading to the creation of Library Exposed.

Policy Changes

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Rockwood School District Policy Changes to Public Comment Procedures
Rockwood School District Policy Changes to Public Comment Procedures

Summary of the June 2023 revisions to Rockwood School District public participation procedures and community response at the Board of Education meeting.

Implementation of Missouri Senate Bill 775: Variations Across Districts
Implementation of Missouri Senate Bill 775: Variations Across Districts

Overview of how Missouri Senate Bill 775 has been implemented across districts, including observed differences in Rockwood School District library reviews.

Rockwood School District Removes 22 Books Following SB 775 Implementation
Rockwood School District Removes 22 Books Following SB 775 Implementation

Following the enactment of Missouri Senate Bill 775, Rockwood School District removed 22 library books after reviewing collections for compliance with state law.

Missouri Senate Bill 775 Takes Effect: Restrictions on Explicit Visual Material in Schools
Missouri Senate Bill 775 Takes Effect: Restrictions on Explicit Visual Material in Schools

Missouri Senate Bill 775 created a new criminal offense restricting explicit visual material in K–12 schools. Here’s what the law defines and how it applies.

Library Content

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National Education Association “Freedom to Read” Campaign and Featured Titles
National Education Association “Freedom to Read” Campaign and Featured Titles

NEA campaign materials highlighting specific titles prompted questions about age-appropriate literature. Excerpts from books featured in the graphic are provided for review.

Library Exposed Documents 100 Titles in Rockwood School District Libraries
Library Exposed Documents 100 Titles in Rockwood School District Libraries

Library Exposed has documented 100 titles available in Rockwood School District libraries. This milestone reflects ongoing efforts to provide families with direct access to information about school library materials.