IMRA 2025 Suitability Reporting Form

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Three-Cueing - In K–3 "three-cueing" means a method of reading instruction for identification of words by which a student is encouraged to draw on context and sentence structure to read words without sounding the words out or using a phonics-based approach.

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Subcategory 1.1

The instructional material is not designed to comply with common core state standards. Texas Education Code (TEC) Sec. 28.002(b-1)-(b-4))

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Subcategory 2.1

In a way fitting for the intended subject and grade, the instructional material seeks to prepare children for self-governance, including by:


  • 2.1.1. - promoting American patriotism, Texas history, and the free enterprise system, understanding the importance of patriotism and democratic principles of our state and national heritage, including founding documents of the United States
  • 2.1.2. - treating violence, if it appears, in the context of its cause and consequence and not presenting violence for reasons of unwholesome excitement or sensationalism;
  • 2.1.3. - not encouraging or condoning current activities that promote civil disorder, social strife, or disregard of the law. (SBOE Operating Rule Sec. 2.9(c)(4)(B)). This section does not prohibit the teaching of historical examples of demonstrations such as peaceful protests or boycotting.


Subcategory 2.2

The instructional material does not teach or require a practice prohibited by TEC Sec. 28.0022 (a)(4)(A)-(C), including:


  • 2.2.1. - one race or sex is inherently superior to another race or sex;
  • 2.2.2. - an individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, is inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously;
  • 2.2.3. - an individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment solely or partly because of the individual's race or sex;
  • 2.2.4 - an individual's moral character, standing, or worth is necessarily determined by the individual's race or sex;
  • 2.2.5 - an individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, bears responsibility, blame, or guilt for actions committed by other members of the same race or sex;
  • 2.2.6 - meritocracy or traits such as a hard work ethic are racist or sexist or were created by members of a particular race to oppress members of another race;
  • 2.3.7 - the advent of slavery in the territory that is now the United States constituted the true founding of the United States;
  • 2.3.8 - with respect to their relationship to American values, slavery and racism are anything other than deviations from, betrayals of, or failures to live up to the authentic founding principles of the United States, which include liberty and equality;
  • 2.3.9 - include any materials developed through the 1619 Project. (TEC Sec. 28.0022(a)(4)(A)-(C))


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Subcategory 3.1

The instructional material should not ecognize or contradict that parents have the right to “direct the moral and religious training” of their children and the duty to support their children’s education. (Texas Family Code Sec. 151.001 (a))

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Subcategory 4.1

The instructional material does not compel teachers to discuss a widely debated and currently controversial topic of public policy or social affairs (TEC 28.0022(a)(1)) and supports teachers who choose to discuss them with material that allows them to explore the topic objectively and in a manner free from political bias. (TEC 28.0022(a)(2)).


Subcategory 4.2

The instructional material does not require or award a grade or course credit, including extra credit, for a student’s work for, affiliation with, or service learning in association with any organization engaged in


  • 4.2.1 lobbying for legislation at the federal, state, or local level, if the student’s duties involve directly or indirectly attempting to influence:
  • 4.2.2 - social or public policy or the outcome of legislation;
  • 4.2.3 - social policy advocacy or public policy advocacy;
  • 4.2.4 - political activism, lobbying, or efforts to persuade members of the legislative or executive branch at the federal, state, or local level to take specific actions by direct communication; or
  • 4.2.5 - participation in any internship, practicum, or similar activity involving social policy advocacy or public policy advocacy. (TEC Sec. 28.0022(a)(3))


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5.1 - The instructional material does not include harmful material.

“Harmful Material” (Texas Penal Code (TPC) Sec. 43.24): means material whose dominant theme taken as a whole:

  1. appeals to the prurient interest of a minor, in sex, nudity, or excretion;
  2. is patently offensive to prevailing standards in the adult community as a whole with respect to what is suitable for minors; and
  3. is utterly without redeeming social value for minors.


5.2 - The instructional material does not include obscene material.

“Obscene Material” (TPC Sec. 43.21(a)(1)): means material or a performance that:

  1. the average person, applying contemporary community standards, would find that taken as a whole appeals to the prurient interest in sex;
  2. includes any content described by TPC Sec. 43.21(a)(1)(B); and
  3. taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political, and scientific value.


5.3 - The instructional material does not include pervasively vulgar or educationally unsuitable material.

“Pervasively Vulgar or Educationally Unsuitable Material” (Island Trees School District v. Pico (1982)): In a plurality opinion, the U.S. Supreme Court explained that it would not be unconstitutional to exclude materials for pervasive vulgarness or educational unsuitability as long as the removal was not due to viewpoint discrimination.


5.4 - The instructional material does not include sexually explicit material.

“Sexually Explicit Material” (TEC Sec. 33.021(a)): means any communication, language, or material, including a written description, illustration, photographic image, video image, or audio file that describes, depicts, or portrays sexual conduct, as defined by TPC Sec. 43.25(a)(2), in a way that is patently offensive, as defined by TPC Sec. 43.21(a)(4).


5.5 - The instructional material does not include sexually relevant material, subject to a requirement of the TEKS.

“Sexually Relevant Material” (TEC 35.001(3)): means any communication, language, or material, including a written description, illustration, photographic image, video image, or audio file that describes, depicts, or portrays sexual conduct, as defined by TPC Sec. 43.25(a)(2).


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Subcategory 6.1

Instructional material for Prekindergarten - grade 3 does not include instruction in human sexuality or topics of reproductive or sexual health. (TAC Sec. 115.12-15)


Subcategory 6.2

Instructional material including human sexuality instruction will:


  • 6.2.1 - present abstinence from sexual activity as the preferred choice of behavior in relationship to all sexual activity for unmarried persons of school age;
  • 6.2.2 - devote more attention to abstinence from sexual activity than to any other behavior;
  • 6.2.3. - emphasize that abstinence from sexual activity, if used consistently and correctly, is the only method that is 100 percent effective in preventing:
  1. pregnancy,
  2. sexually transmitted diseases,
  3. infection with human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome, and
  4. the emotional trauma associated with adolescent sexual activity;
  • 6.2.4 - direct adolescents to a standard of behavior in which abstinence from sexual activity before marriage is the most effective way to prevent:
  1. pregnancy,
  2. sexually transmitted diseases, and
  3. infection with human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome; and
  • 6.2.5 - teach contraception and condom use in terms of human use reality rates instead of theoretical laboratory rates, if contraception and condom use are included in the IM. (TEC Sec. 28.004(e))


Subcategory 6.3

The instructional material does not contradict state policy regarding the protection of an unborn child. (Texas Health and Safety Code Ch. 170A)


Subcategory 6.4

The instructional material including human sexuality instruction will not contradict or subvert parental awareness of and involvement in human sexuality instruction. TEC Sec. 28.004(c)(2)(D), (c)(6), (i), (i-2), (j), (j-1), and (j-2)


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Indicator 7.1

The instructional material allows a school to be compliant with CIPA requirements.(TEC Sec. 31.1011(a)(1)(B)(i)); USC Sec.54.520)


  • 7.1.1 - Materials, including digital and computer-generated images are devoid of visual depictions that are obscene, pornographic, or harmful to students. No Visuals hint or allude to sexually explicit conduct, especially with minors.
  • 7.1.2 - Content is age-appropriate, aligning with the intended audience’s maturity.
  • 7.1.3 - External online resources, if linked, align with CIPA standards. All linked resources are pre-screened to ensure they don't host or redirect to non-compliant content.
  • 7.1.4 - User-generated sections (comments, forums) have preventative and corrective measures against CIPA violations. Clear guidelines and moderation tools are in place to manage user content.
  • 7.1.5 - Materials note continuous updates ensure the material's alignment with CIPA standards, accounting for evolving online content dynamics.
  • 7.1.6 - Content providers offer written assurances or certifications of their material's CIPA compliance.
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Subcategory 2.1

In a way fitting for the intended subject and grade, the instructional material seeks to prepare children for self-governance, and includes:


A. Preparing students for self-governance consists of cultivating in students an informed American patriotism and leading students in a close study of the founding documents of the United States and Texas to achieve the following objectives:

1) Increase students’ knowledge of the deepest and noblest purposes of the United States and Texas;

2) Enhance students’ intellectual independence so that students may become thoughtful, informed citizens who have an appreciation for the fundamental democratic principles of our state and national heritage, including as a constitutional republic; and

3) Guide students toward understanding and functioning productively in a free enterprise society. (TEC 4.001(b))


Subcategory 2.1.1

Promoting American patriotism, Texas history, and the free enterprise system, understanding the importance of patriotism and democratic principles of our state and national heritage, including founding documents of the United States.


A. Materials do not contradict the constitutional purpose of public education of promoting a deep understanding of self-governance by advocating for opposing ideals through documents, political or economic theories, or key figures.


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Subcategory 6.2

IM including human sexuality instruction will:


  • 6.2.1. - present abstinence from sexual activity as the preferred choice of behavior in relationship to all sexual activity for unmarried persons of school age;
  • 6.2.2. - devote more attention to abstinence from sexual activity than to any other behavior;
  • 6.2.3. - emphasize that abstinence from sexual activity, if used consistently and correctly, is the only method that is 100 percent effective in preventing:
  1. pregnancy,
  2. sexually transmitted diseases,
  3. infection with human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome, and
  4. the emotional trauma associated with adolescent sexual activity;
  • 6.2.4. - direct adolescents to a standard of behavior in which abstinence from sexual activity before marriage is the most effective way to prevent:
  1. pregnancy,
  2. sexually transmitted diseases, and
  3. infection with human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome; and
  • 6.2.5. - teach contraception and condom use in terms of human use reality rates instead of theoretical laboratory rates, if contraception and condom use are included in the IM. (TEC Sec. 28.004(e))


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