A Virginia mother who publicly spoke out against the inclusion of an “adult-themed” LGBTQ graphic novel in Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS) is declaring “victory” after the book was quietly removed from school libraries.

In emails obtained by Fox News Digital, FCPS told Stacy Langton, a mother of six, that “Queer: A Graphic History” by Meg-John Barker was removed by librarians “due to outdated terminology that is no longer used in the LGBTQ+ community.”

The school system told Langton the book was retired from most of their schools in June 2023 – after she had expressed concern about the book during school board meetings. Langton only learned about the decision in October 2024 correspondence with FCPS – and was surprised this information was not previously passed on to her and other parents.

“It’s not appropriate for minor children at all. It’s an adult-themed book. It shouldn’t be in any school library. I think they didn’t want me to know that they took it out because it’s a win for me, you know? I mean, let’s call it what it is. It’s a victory,” Langton told Fox News Digital, describing debate about age-appropriate books as a “political football.”

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The FCPS Assistant Superintendent of the Instructional Services Department, Noel Klimenko, emailed Langton that her school board remarks likely prompted librarians to pull the book for review.

“As a nonfiction book on an evolving topic, it is critical that the book contains current information. It is within the responsibilities of the librarian to make these decisions. I did not direct any school to remove the book,” she said.

Klimenko noted that librarians determined other books in their collections provide more accurate, up-to-date information on LGBTQ sources that were “superior sources of information” on the topic.

She also revealed that the book was retired during a process known as weeding, wherein librarians commonly remove items to maintain a relevant, current and appealing collection.

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Stacy Langton says “Queer: A Graphic History” should never have been allowed in Fairfax schools. (Stacy Langton/IconBooks)

Klimenko also pushed back after Langton snapped a recent picture of the book in Fairfax High School’s library – suggesting that its presence was part of a display created by the Gay Student Alliance club to promote LGBTQ history month.

“This text is part of a large display in a locked cabinet that our clubs are allowed to sign up for and promote awareness, club activities, and inclusion,” she added.

Langton initially brought the book to the attention of school board members on May 11, 2023, when she printed out one of the graphic novel’s most shocking images – a naked man and woman engaging in a sexual position where the traditional gender roles are reversed.

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Stacy Langton poses for a portrait at her home on Monday March 28, 2022 in Fairfax, VA. She has been working to get two books banned from Fairfax County schools.  ((Photo by Matt McClain/The Washington Post via Getty Images))

“There are many images, probably about half a dozen, that are completely X-rated depictions of sex acts,” Langton told Fox News Digital. “The worst one I printed out onto a board and I showed it at the meeting at the podium. I showed it to the board. And I remember thinking as I was looking at them their eyes were really wide. I think they were shocked at the nature of this material in particular. It was quite bad.”

Barker’s publisher did not return Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

Langton said she will continue to fight to get other adult-themed books, such as “Gender Queer” by Maia Kobabe, out of Fairfax schools.

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“Gender Queer” has reportedly been banned in more libraries in states than any other book. The author, Maia Kobabe, has defended the book’s sexually explicit images, describing them as “tame.”

“I honestly think the book is a lot less explicit than it could be,” Kobabe told “Morning Edition.”

FCPS did not return Fox News Digital’s request for comment. 

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The Hokies wanted to play faster, which helped them as the team went on a 12-0 run in the first quarter. Virginia Tech ended the first half with 11 points scored off turnovers, six fastbreak points, and 22 points in the paint. For the game, the Hokies scored 14 fastbreak points, got to the free-throw line 28 times, and got down hill scoring 54 points inside the paint.

2. Turnovers

In the first half, the Hokies struggled with turnovers, committing their average last season of 12 turnovers. For the game, the Hokies finished with 18 total turnovers, so it is safe to say they took better care of the basketball in the second half.

3. Carleigh Wenzel

Carleigh Wenzel had a really good first half on both ends of the floor, leading the team with 11 points, two steals, two assists, and three rebounds. In the second half, Wenzel scored 14 points to finish the game with 25 points, eight rebounds, two assists, and three steals.

4. Defense

Virginia Tech played good defense throughout this game, and it showed as the Hokies jumped out to a 19-point lead in the first half. In the second half, the Hokies finished the game holding UNC Asheville to 37% field goal shooting,11% shooting from three, and 18 turnovers.

5. Offense

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PITTSBURGH — The Pitt Panthers suffered their second defeat of the season and first defeat at home against the Virginia Cavaliers in Week 11, 24-19.

The Panthers led at halftime, but a number of mistakes, controversial referee decisions and poor offensive execution led the Cavaliers to comeback and win it.

Pitt dropped out of both the AP Poll and Coaches Poll and also fell out of the College Football Playoff Rankings, as they are now 7-2 overall and 3-2 in ACC play in 2024.

Quarterback 
Eli Holstein-47
Nate Yarnell-27

Running Back
Desmond Reid-62
Daniel Carter-12

Wide Receiver
Raphael “Poppi” Williams Jr.-66
Kenny Johnson-48
Censere “C.J.” Lee-41
Konata Mumpfield-40
Daejon Reynolds-26

Tight End
Gavin Barthlomew-58
Jake Overman-17

Offensive Lineman
Right Tackle Isaiah Montgomery-74
Right Guard BJ Williams-74
Center Lyndon Cooper-73
Center Terrence Moore-1
Left Guard Terrence Enos Jr.-74
Left Tackle Ryan Baer-74

Defensive Line

Defensive End
Nate Matlack-59
Jimmy Scott-49
Sincere Edwards-23
Chief Borders-15

Defensive Tackle
Nick James-36
Sean FitzSimmons-36
Isaiah “Ghost” Neal-28
Francis Brewu-24
Nakhi Johnson-17

Linebacker
Kyle Louis-66
Brandon George-63
Braylan Lovelace-40
Rasheem Biles-34
Keye Thompson-11
Jordan Bass-8

Cornerback
Tamon Lynum-72
Ryland Gandy-69
Tamarion Crumpley-6

Safety
Donovan McMillon-68
Phillip O’Brien Jr.-35
Javon McIntyre-33
Cruce Brookins-22

Coverage Team/Defense
Nick Lapi-22
Josh McCarty-20
Jeremiah Marcelin-16
Dylan Bennett-16
Kyle Louis-15
Ryland Gandy-14
Cruce Brookins-13
Tamon Lynum-13
Javon McIntyre-12
Jesse Anderson-11
Donovan McMillon-11
Malachi Thomas-9
Shadarian Harrison-9
Braylan Lovelace-9
Chief Borders-9
Rasheem Biles-8
Isaiah “Ghost” Neal-8
Keye Thompson-7
Gavin Bartholomew-6
Daniel Carter-6
Derrick Davis Jr.-5
Jake McConnachie-5
Ryan Carretta-4
BJ Williams-4
David Ojiegbe-4
Isaiah Montgomery-4
Ryan Baer-4
Terrence Enos Jr.-4
Jake Overman-4
Jason Collier Jr.-4
Jordan Bass-3
Sean FitzSimmons-3
Brandon George-3
Phillip O’Brien Jr.-2
Nick James-1
Nakhi Johnson-1

Kick/Punt Return
Desmond Reid-6
Kenny Johnson-3
Tyreek Robinson-2
Censere “C.J.” Lee-1

Kicker/Punter/Long Snapper
PK Ben Sauls-9
LS Nilay Upadhyayula-6
Punter Caleb Junko-6
LS Nico Crawford-4
Holder Cam Guess-4

Pitt switched up their offensive line around in the game vs. Virginia. Redshirt sophomore Ryan Baer moved from right tackle to left tackle, redshirt junior Terrence Enos Jr. moved from left tackle to left guard and redshirt sophomore Isaiah Montgomery earned his first collegiate start at right tackle.

The Panthers also saw two of their best offensive options suffer injury in back-to-back drives in the third quarter.

Senior wide receiver Konata Mumpfield hit the ground hard laying out for a catch and needed medical attention. Redshirt freshman quarterback Eli Holstein slid and suffered a hard hit from a Virginia linebacker, knocking him out of the game as well.

Redshirt senior Rashad Battle, who only played two snaps vs. SMU, didn’t play in this matchup. Fellow redshirt senior Tamon Lynum got his first start of the season at cornerback in his place and played 72 snaps.

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