(Radio Iowa) – The State Board of Education has denied the challenge of a new student club at Johnston High School. Three parents appealed the school board’s decision to approve a chapter of the conservative Turning Point USA group. Andrea McIlwee spoke to the board members during their meeting Thursday, and says their concern is the process that was used — not the group’s philosophy. The lawyer for the Johnston school district, Carrie Weber, told the Board this not whether this was a good decision — it is whether it was supported by reason whether the board followed its policy and adopting this decision, and it cannot be overturned unless it’s unreasonable and contrary to the best interests of education.

The Board of Education voted unanimously to deny the challenge and uphold the club. The parents must now decide if they will pursue action in court.