Suffocation, Child Murder, Bloody Weapons — Texas Teacher’s Portfolio Sparks Outrage
- Levi Mikula
- Jun 13
- 4 min read
In 2024, The Dallas Express reported that Lovejoy Independent School District (ISD) dismissed concerns from parents regarding books containing sexually explicit content deemed inappropriate for children. Following The Dallas Express’ reporting and Rep. Jared Patterson (R-Frisco) paying a fee to obtain the full list of such books found in the district’s libraries, the list was made available to the public. However, the district voted unanimously to deny concerned parent Laura Giles’ request to remove the books, despite previously admitting that the materials were “harmful, obscene, or pervasively vulgar,” according to Citizens Defending Freedom.
“A bloody photo shoot dedicated to the teacher’s “struggles with mental illness” featuring a drowning photo.” – Sara Gonzales on X
Mrs. Giles, the concerned mother, was painted as a troublemaker, got charged excessive fees, and the district illegally withheld public information from her, Citizens Defending Freedom reported. Among the list of books that the district admitted was inappropriate was Me and Earl and the Dying Girl by Jesse Andrews, with one passage stating, “Yeah, Earl, I’m going to eat her p*ssy.” … “Do you even know how to eat p*ssy?” … “Papa Gaines never sat you down, said, Son, one day you’re going to have to eat the p*ssy.” “No. But he did teach me how to eat a b*tthole,” along with many other disturbing passages. The district later reportedly removed the inappropriate books, but parents have reported that the district still has explicit material in its libraries.
“A woman seemingly suffocating, then depicted lifeless with plastic wrap around her face.” – Sara Gonzales on X.
The controversy unfolded amid ongoing legislative efforts in Texas to ban sexually explicit books in schools and limit the promotion of gender ideology to children. In 2023, Texas lawmakers passed House Bill 900, requiring booksellers to rate the sexually explicit content of materials sold to school libraries. Meanwhile, critics have dubbed these efforts the Texas “Don’t Say Gay” laws, arguing that they silence LGBTQ+ voices in schools. Supporters argue the laws protect children from inappropriate content, especially in taxpayer-funded environments.
While “Me and Earl and the Dying Girl" was the only specific title cited in the reporting, the list of challenged books reportedly included 40 titles in total, many of which were “LGBTQIA-themed” or included graphic depictions of sex. Among them are Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, This Book Is Gay by Juno Dawson, Flamer by Mike Curato, and All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson. Critics of the district’s decision argue that these titles clearly fall under the legal definitions of obscenity outlined in recent Texas legislation.
“A photo of a woman holding a shovel standing over a lifeless-looking child, depicting child murder.” – Sara Gonzales on X
Disturbing allegations were reported in March regarding Brittney Stroud, a Middle School Lovejoy Independent School District (ISD) teacher, who allegedly played music with explicit lyrics to her middle school students and recommended sexually charged TV shows. Texas Family Project reported that Stroud told students who were uncomfortable with the recommendations that they “have big brains” and “can handle it.” Parents told the Family Project that when students or their parents complained, the students faced retaliation. Following reporting by the Texas Family Project (TFP) and their Vice President, Sara Gonzales, Lovejoy ISD took swift action and placed Brittney Stroud on administrative leave pending an investigation. “We will follow through on this one, @lovejoyisd1. Do right by Texas kids,” Sara wrote. This is just the latest development in a string of disturbing stories that have emerged over the past several years involving the Lovejoy Independent School District, located in Collin County, Texas. In June 2023, Texas Scorecard reported that a former special education aide at Lovejoy High School, Alisha Feuerbacher, was arrested for an alleged improper relationship with a student—an incident that occurred after she had left the district. In June 2022, Ray Cooper, known by students as “Creepy Cooper,” resigned after sending sexually suggestive messages to a student, although his teaching certificate remains active.
“A photoshoot with a woman wielding and licking a bloody knife, called ‘fed up housewife.’” – Sara Gonzales on X.
Stroud has also posted a series of extremely disturbing images, including bloody photos dedicated to her “struggle with mental illness,” one of which depicts someone drowning in a bathtub. Other photos include one titled “Fed Up Housewife,” showing a woman licking a bloody knife; a woman’s head wrapped in plastic; a woman standing over a dead body in a scene depicting child murder; and an image of bloody hands with a man standing behind a window. This is what happens when schools prioritize political agendas over parental concerns and student safety. The LGBTQ+ agenda is being pushed through explicit materials in taxpayer-funded libraries. These books go far beyond inclusion and cross into graphic, sexualized content targeting minors. Titles like Gender Queer and This Book Is Gay aren’t about acceptance; they’re about indoctrination, often under the guise of “diversity.”
The outrage surrounding Brittney Stroud’s behavior and the grotesque images in her portfolio only adds to the growing concern: that some educators not only dismiss parents, but actively promote content and conduct that desensitize children to sexual themes and violence. Despite repeated warnings, the Lovejoy ISD and districts like it have continued to defend this material, most of it “LGBTQIA-themed,” while punishing those who speak up. This isn’t about being “anti-LGBTQ+” or censoring literature. It’s about protecting children. And the louder the defenders of this content scream “Don’t Say Gay,” the more obvious it becomes that what they really fear is accountability.
“Bloody hands with a young male behind a window.” – Sara Gonzales on X.
References
Former LoveJoy ISD Special Ed Teacher Arrested for ‘Improper Relationship’ With Student. (2022, June 22.) Texas Scorecard.
Lovejoy School Board Refuses to Change Policy that Allows Vulgar Books to Remain in Libraries, Disparages Concerned Parent Instead. (2024, July 3). Citizens Defending Freedom. https://www.citizensdefendingfreedom.com/post/lovejoy-school-board-refuses-to-change-policy-that-allows-vulgar-books-to-remain-in-libraries-dispa
No Love Lost at Lovejoy ISD. (2024, July 7). Dallas Express. https://dallasexpress.com/education/no-love-lost-at-lovejoy-isd/
Texas Family Project Shines Light on Disturbing Lovejoy ISD Teacher Case. (2025, March 9). Texas Family Project. https://www.texasfamilyproject.com/post/texas-family-project-shines-light-on-disturbing-lovejoy-isd-teacher-case
X. (2025, March 7). Sara Gonzales. https://x.com/search?q=from%3ASaraGonzalesTX%20%E2%80%9CWe%20will%20follow%20through%20on%20this%20one%2C&src=typed_query
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