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US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Supreme Court weighs who should decide public school curriculum: Judges or school boards?

The Supreme Court faces a dilemma between local control of school curriculums and accommodating parents' religious objections to LGBTQ+ content in schools.
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago
philosophy

100 years ago, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on parents' rights in education - today, another case raises new questions

US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Supreme Court weighs who should decide public school curriculum: Judges or school boards?

The Supreme Court faces a dilemma between local control of school curriculums and accommodating parents' religious objections to LGBTQ+ content in schools.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justices Seem Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories in Schools

The Supreme Court is deliberating on parents' rights to opt-out of L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes in Maryland schools.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | My School District Could Have Avoided This Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court case questions if schools violate religious rights by including L.G.B.T.Q. topics in children's education.
philosophy
fromThe Conversation
1 week ago

100 years ago, the Supreme Court made a landmark ruling on parents' rights in education - today, another case raises new questions

The Supreme Court's Pierce decision emphasized parental rights in education, a significant precedent in context with the upcoming Mahmoud v. Taylor case.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justices Appeared Set to Allow Opt-Outs From L.G.B.T.Q. Stories

The Supreme Court may side with parents seeking to withdraw children from L.G.B.T.Q. themed classes.
more#supreme-court
#education-policy
Social justice
fromTruthout
3 months ago

After Attacking CRT, DEI and Pushing Book Bans, Moms for Liberty's Next Focus Is On Restorative Justice

Moms for Liberty targets restorative justice programs, framing them as harmful to student discipline.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court conservatives sympathize with parents objecting to LGBTQ-inclusive books

The Supreme Court seems open to allowing parents to opt their children out of LGBTQ+-themed lessons, raising potential implications for public schools.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Supreme surprise: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson accidentally came out - for school choice

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's remarks during Supreme Court arguments advocate for universal school choice amid controversy over LGBTQ-inclusive curricula.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
LGBT

Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

Social justice
fromTruthout
3 months ago

After Attacking CRT, DEI and Pushing Book Bans, Moms for Liberty's Next Focus Is On Restorative Justice

Moms for Liberty targets restorative justice programs, framing them as harmful to student discipline.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Supreme Court conservatives sympathize with parents objecting to LGBTQ-inclusive books

The Supreme Court seems open to allowing parents to opt their children out of LGBTQ+-themed lessons, raising potential implications for public schools.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Supreme surprise: Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson accidentally came out - for school choice

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's remarks during Supreme Court arguments advocate for universal school choice amid controversy over LGBTQ-inclusive curricula.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
LGBT

Texas weighs fines for schools if teachers use students' preferred pronouns or help them change hairstyles to 'socially transition'

more#education-policy
#paid-family-leave
NYC parents
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Report: Men aren't taking parental leave, even when states offer it

Many eligible workers do not take advantage of paid family leave benefits due to lack of awareness and accessibility issues.
Despite state-level legislation mandating paid leave, overall utilization remains low among eligible parents.
Washington Nationals
fromFatherly
2 weeks ago

This State is Offering a Remarkable 16 Weeks of Paid Leave to New Parents

Washington state now offers 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, positioning itself among few states in the U.S. with such benefits.
NYC parents
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Report: Men aren't taking parental leave, even when states offer it

Many eligible workers do not take advantage of paid family leave benefits due to lack of awareness and accessibility issues.
Despite state-level legislation mandating paid leave, overall utilization remains low among eligible parents.
Washington Nationals
fromFatherly
2 weeks ago

This State is Offering a Remarkable 16 Weeks of Paid Leave to New Parents

Washington state now offers 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, positioning itself among few states in the U.S. with such benefits.
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#transgender-rights
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Pro-trans activists yell 'Hail Satan' at California school board meeting to protect girls' sports: 'Deeply unsettling'

The confrontation at a school board meeting sparked division among parents regarding transgender athletes and parental rights.
US news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Kansas lawmakers reverse veto of ban on transgender care for minors

Kansas legislature overrides governor's veto to ban gender-affirming care for minors.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Transgender teens sue Kansas over 'harmful' gender-affirming care ban

Trans teens and their families are suing Kansas over a law banning gender-affirming care for youth with gender dysphoria, alleging constitutional violations.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Pro-trans activists yell 'Hail Satan' at California school board meeting to protect girls' sports: 'Deeply unsettling'

The confrontation at a school board meeting sparked division among parents regarding transgender athletes and parental rights.
US news
fromWashington Post
3 months ago

Kansas lawmakers reverse veto of ban on transgender care for minors

Kansas legislature overrides governor's veto to ban gender-affirming care for minors.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Transgender teens sue Kansas over 'harmful' gender-affirming care ban

Trans teens and their families are suing Kansas over a law banning gender-affirming care for youth with gender dysphoria, alleging constitutional violations.
more#transgender-rights
#school-choice
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Cheers for school choice - competition makes ALL education better

School choice legislation allows parents to select schools for their children, enhancing educational opportunities and competition.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Cheers for school choice - competition makes ALL education better

School choice legislation allows parents to select schools for their children, enhancing educational opportunities and competition.
more#school-choice
#legal-reform
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights

Government legislation on parental rights for convicted paedophiles is criticized for its limited scope and financial burdens on families seeking protection.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights

Government legislation on parental rights for convicted paedophiles is criticized for its limited scope and financial burdens on families seeking protection.
more#legal-reform
#child-custody
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

O.C. judge sides with Italian mom in custody dispute that has transfixed a nation

A federal judge ruled that Claudia Ciampa can return to Italy with her son after a contentious custody battle.
Miami Heat
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Tyreek Hill's estranged wife alleges Dolphins star disappeared for days after dispute - only to then take their infant daughter away

Tyreek Hill's actions following a domestic dispute raise serious concerns about parental involvement and control dynamics in his relationship with his wife.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Fitchburg parents charged with kidnapping their own children become focus of anti-DCF activism

NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

O.C. judge sides with Italian mom in custody dispute that has transfixed a nation

A federal judge ruled that Claudia Ciampa can return to Italy with her son after a contentious custody battle.
Miami Heat
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Tyreek Hill's estranged wife alleges Dolphins star disappeared for days after dispute - only to then take their infant daughter away

Tyreek Hill's actions following a domestic dispute raise serious concerns about parental involvement and control dynamics in his relationship with his wife.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
SF parents

Fitchburg parents charged with kidnapping their own children become focus of anti-DCF activism

more#child-custody
#burlington-public-schools
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Parents outraged after district gives middle school kids explicit sex survey - despite opt-out

A Massachusetts school district is facing backlash for including sexually explicit questions in a health survey administered to middle school students.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Burlington parents express outrage over detailed sex questions in middle school health survey

SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Parents outraged after district gives middle school kids explicit sex survey - despite opt-out

A Massachusetts school district is facing backlash for including sexually explicit questions in a health survey administered to middle school students.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Burlington parents express outrage over detailed sex questions in middle school health survey

more#burlington-public-schools
#constitutional-law
NYC parents
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of the Most Complex Cases of the Supreme Court Term Is Also One of the Most Straightforward

The Mahmoud v. Taylor case highlights tensions between parental authority and exposure to LGBTQ+ narratives in education.
NYC parents
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

One of the Most Complex Cases of the Supreme Court Term Is Also One of the Most Straightforward

The Mahmoud v. Taylor case highlights tensions between parental authority and exposure to LGBTQ+ narratives in education.
more#constitutional-law
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Music world's anti-Israel blinders, restore parents' opt-out rights and other commentary

Kneecap's anti-Israel chants at Coachella reflect a trend where artists prioritize political statements over historical context and empathy.
#education
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Appeals court upholds decision against parents who sued Mass. school for not disclosing child's gender identity

Parents cannot control their child's school experience through Due Process claims.
Ludlow Public Schools' policy aims to protect student gender identity without parental involvement.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Georgia mom of trans & nonbinary kids recounts 'traumatic' removal from school board meeting

Lena Kotler-Wallace's removal from a school board meeting highlighted the contentious debate over changes to diversity and inclusion policies.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Is Said to Sign Order Aimed at Dismantling Education Department

Trump plans to dismantle the Education Department, returning authority to the states amid rising parents' rights movements.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

Indiana mother arrested after bringing gun to school and allegedly threatening to murder lesbian teacher's family over LGBTQ assignment

NYC parents
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Appeals court upholds decision against parents who sued Mass. school for not disclosing child's gender identity

Parents cannot control their child's school experience through Due Process claims.
Ludlow Public Schools' policy aims to protect student gender identity without parental involvement.
NYC parents
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Georgia mom of trans & nonbinary kids recounts 'traumatic' removal from school board meeting

Lena Kotler-Wallace's removal from a school board meeting highlighted the contentious debate over changes to diversity and inclusion policies.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Trump Is Said to Sign Order Aimed at Dismantling Education Department

Trump plans to dismantle the Education Department, returning authority to the states amid rising parents' rights movements.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

Indiana mother arrested after bringing gun to school and allegedly threatening to murder lesbian teacher's family over LGBTQ assignment

more#education
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Trump ally and rising California GOP star Essayli named top federal prosecutor in L.A.

Bill Essayli's appointment as U.S. attorney highlights his controversial rise in California politics, focusing on conservative issues and parental rights.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | NYC mom charged at by trans rights protester, calls on feds to help education council

A trans-rights protester confronted a conservative parent advocate at an education meeting in Manhattan, raising concerns about safety and activism.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Silicon Valley fast-food workers face parental rights violations - San Jose Spotlight

California's fast-food workers face significant challenges regarding pregnancy and parental rights, with many unaware of their legal protections and fearing retaliation at work.
NYC parents
#gender-identity
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Florida Case Over Gender Identity in Schools

Federal appeals court prioritizes child autonomy over parental rights in gender identity discussions.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago
US politics

Members of Burke family turn up to protest outside White House as Taoiseach Micheal Martin meets Donald Trump

The Burke family's protests at the White House reflect their battle against enforced gender identity policies in schools.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Federal Appeals Court Dismisses Florida Case Over Gender Identity in Schools

Federal appeals court prioritizes child autonomy over parental rights in gender identity discussions.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Members of Burke family turn up to protest outside White House as Taoiseach Micheal Martin meets Donald Trump

The Burke family's protests at the White House reflect their battle against enforced gender identity policies in schools.
more#gender-identity
SF parents
fromVulture
3 months ago

Abbott Elementary Recap: The Sassy Wizard Kid

The rise in book bans reflects a growing tension between parental rights and freedom of expression.
UK news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A U.K. Teen's Parents Sent Him to Ghana. He Took Them to Court.

Parents took drastic measures to protect their son from gang influence by sending him to a boarding school in Ghana, with court support.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Senator Ted Cruz is trying to block Wi-Fi hotspots for schoolchildren

"The government shouldn't be complicit in harming students or impeding parents' ability to decide what their kids see by subsidizing unsupervised access to inappropriate content."
Miscellaneous
fromScary Mommy
7 months ago

Mom Arrested After Letting Her 10-Year-Old Walk Alone Into Town

"I figured he was in the woods, or at grandma's house," says Patterson, who lives on 16 acres with her kids and her father. Despite her assumption, Soren had walked to downtown Mineral Bluff, a mile away, without informing anyone. The situation escalated when a bystander called the police even after Soren assured her he was okay. Patterson felt her son was mature enough to handle the short walk, contrasting sharply with the sheriff’s concerns about potential dangers like kidnapping or accidents."
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