The Pollyanna curriculum centers around "advancing systemic change" and "enhancing racial literacy," according to its website. Topics discussed include implicit bias, intersectionality, systemic racism and LGBTQ issues. Though used by schools across the country, the curriculum is also bashed on conservative blogs as "propaganda."
"Our goal should be unity, not promoting any sub-group based on religious beliefs, skin color, ethnicity or sexual preference," the letter signed by five of the school's former board chairmen said. "If we do not stand firm in our history and mission, we face losing the support not only of our parents, current and future, but also alumni and financial supporters of Bolles."