A recent TVUSD district board meeting on Sept. 9 welcomed open comments from several students involved in the recent James L. Day Middle School walkout that occurred on Sept. 2.Valley News’ Julie Reeder and Shane Gibson were on-site during the walkout, hearing the stories of those in attendance on both sides. Below is a recounting of events that led to the walkout, and what students who showed up to the TVUSD district board meeting had to say.Policy under scrutinyThe Temecula Valley school board in June adopted Board Policy 5145.31, which allows students to use facilities consistent with their gender identity. It also included opt-out provisions that let students request accommodations based on religious or mental health grounds, often requiring documentation.That comprom
