At the same time, many people were expressing concern that we might change it too much. It is obvious to me that the curriculum is beloved by many. In twenty-two years the world has changed dramatically. Our children are exposed to issues that barely crossed our minds at that time. The new curriculum will be more inclusive and will be more explicitly aware of diversity.
Today there are many family configurations.
One of the most significant changes culturally is the wealth of children's books that can open doors to new understanding about all these issues. Today, there is much more to be learned in the family and the home. There is much that we can do in the religious community to nurture our children's spiritual growth. Even now parents are an integral part of the program. In the future, their role will be stronger.