Book Complaints: Duval County Public Schools
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| Tracking # |
PRR-7-08-2023 |
| Submitted | July 8, 2023 |
| Est. Completion | None |
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From: Victoria LoSchiavo
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Florida Sunshine Law, I hereby request the following records:
Copies of written and electronic complaints and challenges for removal, reclassification, or other reconsideration of the book Chik Chak Shabbat, by Mara Rockliff. from January 1, 2000 (or as early as available) to the present, as well as records, petitions, correspondence, and the outcomes related to these challenges. These complaint forms may be categorized as “Request for reconsideration of materials” or “Request for review of building level recommendation”. These are sometimes referred to as “book challenges.”
As we believe these records will benefit the public interest and inform public understanding of book challenges across the U.S., we request any fees associated with this request be waived. We are planning to make our findings publicly available. If fees cannot be waived, please inform me in advance. This request is not being made for commercial purposes.
If possible, I would appreciate the corresponding records shared via email with text documents or clear PDFs. If you cannot reply electronically, please let me know and I can provide a mailing address. If you expect a significant delay in responding to this request, please contact me with information about when I might expect copies or the ability to inspect the requested records.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 business days.
Sincerely,
Victoria R. LoSchiavo
From: Duval County Public Schools
Dear Requestor:
This is to acknowledge receipt and intent to respond to your public records request to Duval County Public Schools, dated July 8, 2023.
You have requested:
Copies of written and electronic complaints and challenges for removal, reclassification, or other reconsideration of the book Chik Chak Shabbat, by Mara Rockliff. from January 1, 2000 (or as early as available) to the present, as well as records, petitions, correspondence, and the outcomes related to these challenges. These complaint forms may be categorized as “Request for reconsideration of materials” or “Request for review of building level recommendation”. These are sometimes referred to as “book challenges.”
If my understanding of your request is incorrect, please contact me immediately.
We are in the process of reviewing your request for responsive records and statutory exemptions. Pursuant to Florida Statute 119.07(4)(d), the District, as custodian of the records, may charge fees to cover any extensive clerical support, supervisory assistance, extensive use of information technology resources and/or costs to copy the requested documents and we will prepare an estimate for your approval.
If you have questions prior to our response, please contact us at PRR@duvalschools.org<mailto:PRR@duvalschools.org>.
Respectfully,
Nichole B. Fort
Coordinator, Policy & Compliance
Duval County Public School
1701 Prudential Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32207-8152
Office: (904) 390-2407
Fax: (904) 390-2468
ThompsonN3@duvalschools.org<mailto:ThompsonN3@duvalschools.org>
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From: Duval County Public Schools
Dear Requestor,
Please see attached to complete your public records request.
Respectfully,
Nichole B. Fort
Coordinator, Policy & Compliance
Duval County Public Schools
1701 Prudential Drive
Jacksonville, Florida 32207-8152
Office: (904) 390-2407
Fax: (904) 390-2468
ThompsonN3@duvalschools.org<mailto:ThompsonN3@duvalschools.org>
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