CHICAGO -- Chicago Public Schools has delayed a vote on a proposal to open a "gay-friendly" high school that will weave gay and lesbian "heroes" into its curriculum.
Chicago Public Schools CEO Arne (ARE' nee) Duncan said Friday that the school board would see the plan on Nov. 19. The proposal was originally supposed to be considered Wednesday.
Duncan gave preliminary approval for the the Pride Campus of Social Justice High school earlier this month.
The high school be open to all students citywide but would provide a safe, "gay-friendly" atmosphere. It is hoped the school would be a way to combat the high bullying, dropout and depression rate many gay and lesbian students experience nationwide.