Educators

Legal Battle Rises in NH as Educators and Advocates Challenge New Anti-DEI Law, Claiming Unconstitutionality

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Concord, N.H. — A coalition of educators and advocacy groups has filed a federal lawsuit against New Hampshire, contesting a new law that they claim undermines diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts across the state’s educational institutions. The law, signed by Governor Chris Sununu and effective July 1, 2025, bans programs focusing on these principles in K-12 public schools, as well as in public and private colleges and universities. Critics argue that the legislation contravenes federal civil rights protections, particularly those safeguarding the rights of students with disabilities, while also violating First Amendment rights. The vague … Read more

New Book Highlights Crucial Collaboration Between Educators and Law Enforcement to Enhance School Safety

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In a recent publication, school safety experts have called for a stronger partnership between educators and law enforcement to enhance safety measures in schools. The book, underscoring the importance of collaborative efforts, outlines practical strategies and concrete steps that schools can adopt to ensure a safer environment for students. School safety has become an issue of paramount importance, given the rise in school violence incidents over the past decades. The book emphasizes the need for proactive measures, rather than reactive responses, stressing that preparation and prevention are key to safeguarding students and staff. The authors, … Read more

Silent or Stifled? Exploring State Laws Restricting the Voices of Educators

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PHILADELPHIA (AP) — As debates over free speech and political correctness escalate, several states in the United States are enacting laws that restrict the ability of teachers to speak openly about certain topics in the classroom. These laws are raising concerns among educators and civil rights advocates who argue that they infringe upon teachers’ rights to express their opinions and stifle critically important discussions in the academic setting. Policies known as “gag orders” have emerged in states such as Arizona, Iowa, and Oklahoma, prohibiting teachers from discussing topics related to systemic racism, sexism, or any … Read more

Lawmakers, Parents, and Educators Gather to Discuss ‘Common Sense’ Gun Laws and School Safety in Iowa

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Davenport, Iowa – In response to a recent shooting in Perry, Iowa, Iowa House Representative Ken Croken, a Democrat from Davenport, organized a forum at Davenport West High School. The forum brought together lawmakers, parents, and educators to discuss “common sense” gun laws and school safety. The attendees included State Senator Cindy Winckler, a Democrat from Davenport, as well as Trey Jackson, the legislative affairs director for March for Our Lives, Ben Layer, the crisis prevention coordinator for the Mississippi Bend Area Education Agency, and Kaleigh Rogers, the director of the local advocacy group “Moms … Read more