The introduction of Gov. Ron DeSantis's Don’t Say Gay bill in Orange County, Florida, has sparked controversy, leading to a permission slip culture. This bill, while primarily targeting LGBTQ+ instruction, mandates parental consent for various school activities, including innocuous events like movie nights. Parents are expressing frustration at the barrage of permission slips, labeling it burdensome and out of control. Similar situations are unfolding across Florida, with schools requiring consent for events related to Black history and even for the use of nicknames. On the other hand, the legislation's vague language is creating caution among schools, as they are scared of the legal repercussions of not following the rules. Florida's laws, including the Stop WOKE Act and Parents’ Bill of Rights, aim to limit classroom discussions on race, gender, and sexuality, empowering parents to object to specific content, while the Don’t Say Gay law requires parental notification for students receiving mental health services, creating uncertainty in schools. Though DeSantis and GOP lawmakers are pushing to ban "woke" instruction from public education, teachers of the state are facing challenges in discussing Black history and diverse culture. These laws are creating administrative burdens for schools and frustration among parents. Given the individual freedoms and peace of mind of parents are at stake in the current Florida public school system, DeSantis should stop his cluttered administrative approach. #Queer Up South Florida & Florida