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Half of the States Won’t Comply with Trump’s Push to Defund Schools Over DEI

Trump’s recent “Dear Colleague” letter threatens school funding over DEI in discipline. Half of the states refuse to comply, sparking lawsuits and legal pushback.

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Happy African American student and her friends communicating while leaving the classroom after the lecture.

Our Kids Flourish at a Diversity-by-Design School

We intentionally chose a school that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, culturally relevant education, and empathy for our kids. They’re flourishing.

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The Culture War Backfires: Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters Under Fire In Porn Video Scandal

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters, known for censoring books and banning DEI lessons, is now under investigation after nude images were displayed during a Board of Education meeting in his office. Lawmakers demand accountability amid a growing scandal.

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Portrait Of Multi-Cultural Elementary School Pupils Sitting On Wall Outdoors At School

Banning Race-Conscious Education Undermines the Science of Good Teaching

A new federal mandate bans race-conscious education. Here’s why this policy defies teaching best practices—and puts students of color at greater risk.

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Uncertain African American schoolboy having exam during a class in the classroom.

The Real Cost of Equity Backlash in Schools Is Student Safety

When schools step away from inclusivity, they’re not making anyone safer—they’re leaving communities of color vulnerable and perpetuating the inequities baked into the system.

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Sharif El Mekki at BMEC 2024 wearing We Need Black Teachers T-Shirt

The Anti-DEI Crowd is Anti-Black Educator

You can’t claim to champion parents, children, and excellence while dismissing the solutions that make those things a reality – including a Black Teacher Pipeline.

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Teaching Patriotism: Embracing Multiple Paths in Our Curriculum

There isn’t—and never was—one way to be an American, and our civics curriculum and pedagogy should reflect that.

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Diverse group of children sitting at table with male teacher in modern school classroom

How Do We Make Our Classrooms Feel Like Home to Each and Every Student?

Creating inclusive classrooms is crucial for students’ sense of belonging and acceptance. Learn how to make your classroom feel like home.

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A young Black boy and girl dressed in black clothing, raising their fists.

DEI Is The New N-Word

This coded, derogatory narrative framing changes not only the use of DEI but also the definition within the mainstream conversation — and we’re seeing the impact.

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