Education policy

Book Bans Threaten Academic Freedom, Inclusivity in Public Education

By Allisa Katherine HueyopaJuly 4, 2026

The persistent debate over book bans continues to underscore a fundamental divergence in educational and literary policy. Organizations such as PEN America advocate for freedom of expression and literary access, while groups like Moms for Liberty prioritize parental rights in curriculum oversight. This ongoing contention has prompted educators and students to voice concerns regarding the potential suppression of diverse perspectives and lived experiences within academic settings.

California’s Ban on Native American-Themed Mascots Has Been a Conversation Starter in Schools

By Lasherica ThorntonJuly 4, 2026

California educational institutions were subject to a recent deadline for compliance with state legislation prohibiting the use of culturally insensitive terms for Indigenous groups in school names or mascots. This mandate has led some schools to retire existing designations, while others have secured authorization from local tribes to retain specific names under an exception within the revised law.

North Dakota Campaign Delivers 57,229 Signatures for Universal School Meals

By Kiyana ColeApril 14, 2026

The Together for School Meals campaign has submitted 57,229 petition signatures to the North Dakota Secretary of State in an effort to qualify a ballot initiative that would guarantee universal school meals for all K-12 students statewide, marking a major step toward providing free breakfast and lunch to children across North Dakota.