Adrian class segregation strikes a nerve

What was thought to be a Facebook rumor has been confirmed as.... the truth. Adrian R-3 schools have officially set up separate classes for boy and girls. Well, not all classes and according to information received today, parents will be able to have their children 'opt out' of the segregated classes if desired.

Bates County Live spoke with secondary Principal Chris Shanks and found the main reason for splitting up boys and girls is MAP scores. According to Shanks, research shows that the separation of sexes has shown beneficial in regards to learning and increased ability to concentrate. Mr. Shanks also noted that Adrian currently holds the highest overall rankings in the county in regards to the scores. 

In his words, the segregated classes were implemented to maintain or better yet, improve the numbers.

But, whoa, Nelly. In the past 24 hours, a nuclear orange cloud has appeared over northern Bates County as upset parents proclaim "They can't do that!" and "This is crazy!". In fact, Fox 4 news was seen to town today and will be running a story in the 9 or 10 o'clock news tonight about 'the shakeup in Adrian'.

We were informed today that for those parents who don't want their children to participate, tomorrow the school is sending home a sheet for parents to sign to 'opt out' of segregated classes. 

At this time, Bates County Live is awaiting more information from the Adrian school that will explain the research behind the move to have segregated classes.