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UpheldA removal decision was appealed and the removal was upheld.
Ban Details
- Jurisdiction
- Palmyra Area School District, PA
- Type
- school district · school
- Stated Reason
- Challenged by board members citing "fringe topics" (divorced parents, blended families, North African discrimination). High school French teacher requested the book for French II. Upheld 5-3 on Feb 12, 2026.
- Categories
- Political Content
- Key Dates
- Reported: Dec 1, 2025Effective: Feb 12, 2026Resolved: Feb 12, 2026
- Verification
- Verified by LebTown + Keystone Newsroom on Apr 13, 2026
Timeline
ChallengedA formal challenge has been filed requesting the book's removal.
Board member Seth Steinmetz raises concerns about "fringe topics" in Alice: La Liste at December curriculum committee meeting.
ChallengedA formal challenge has been filed requesting the book's removal.
School district officials hear from residents sharing concerns about potential ban at Jan 8 meeting.
UpheldA removal decision was appealed and the removal was upheld.
Palmyra school board votes 5-3 to APPROVE Alice: La Liste for French II class after almost two months of discussion. Challenge defeated.
Sources
- NewsKeystone NewsroomJan 22, 2026
- NewsLebTownFeb 16, 2026
- NewsKeystone NewsroomFeb 13, 2026