Ryan Walters State Superintendent of Education in Oklahama sitting at a desk in front of an American Flag

Ryan Walters’ Scandals Are Failing Oklahoma’s Kids—It’s Time for Accountability

Amid scandals, plummeting rankings, and culture war distractions, Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters has taken the state from 48th to 50th in education. It’s time to demand his impeachment before it’s too late.

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The Revolution Will Be Literate: Why We Must Reclaim Truth, Science, and Our Children’s Minds

Anti-intellectualism is rising. Schools are under attack. In this urgent call to action, Christopher Stewart argues that if we don’t reclaim truth, science, and our children’s cognitive freedom, we risk losing democracy itself.

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Black fathers sitting at a table with two Black children doing homework.

We Are the System Now—And We Don’t Need Permission

School choice was supposed to liberate the underserved. Instead, it’s become a subsidy for the privileged. It’s time to reclaim education—our way.

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Two black children with textured hair, wrapped in American Flags, sitting in a field of grass

Independence Day Is Still Unfinished Business for Black Students

For Black students and educators, Independence Day exposes America’s broken promises. This July 4th, let’s reclaim the holiday as a call to action for educational justice, equity, and truth.

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Independence Has Always Been a Day Late and a Dollar Short for Black People, But Schools Can Change That

Sharif El-Mekki unpacks the legacy of slavery, the illusion of July 4th freedom, and the responsibility of schools to tell the whole truth.

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ICE Raids in Schools Yet Another Trauma for Kids Who’ve Already Had Too Many

What happens when classrooms become targets? The Trump administration’s policy shift turns schools into immigration enforcement zones — and children are paying the price.

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Latino and biracial students at school; Latina young girl smiling at the camera and wearing a backpack

Schools Should Not Be Battlegrounds for Immigration Enforcement

As federal immigration ICE raids target communities during graduation week, LA schools are forced to choose between celebration and safety.

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Gary, Ind., Isn’t a Doom-Scroll Factory. It’s a Case Study in Educational Justice

A charter school network proves the power of education and opportunity, showing how belief in students can transform a downtrodden city like Gary.

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Start Building the Schools Our Children Deserve

Black and brown children need schools that honor their identities and potential. This post explores the power of self-determined education, collective responsibility, and community-led learning.

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