Parents' Rights Now!
332 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 13 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsPARENTS’ RIGHTS IN EDUCATION
We represent millions of voices standing up for families, united for natural parents’ rights in the K-12 education system.
Local control, where school boards set policies honoring all students, and families must be restored.
We reject any indoctrination of school children with extreme pedagogy.
We support the proper role of K-12 academic education, focused on core skills, and preparing students for success. We reject controversial sexualization and racist doctrine.
We reject current practice by public school staff facilitating mental health counseling, medical treatment and procedures without parent knowledge, circumventing the relationship between parents and children.
We are here to provide parents tools, so they can stand against those stealing their rights. Stand with us!
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We Are Stopping Bad Laws! Keep the Faith!
April 24, 2024 16:00 - 14 minutes - 9.72 MBIn the U.S., a national push to reform K-12 education through policy and law changes is gaining momentum, driven by organizations, NGOs, and lobbyists. This movement is notably propelled by the SIECUS initiative, originally established in 1964 to promote comprehensive sex education. SIECUS has evolved, promoting sex education as a vehicle for broad cultural shifts towards sexual and reproductive freedoms. Their "Sex Ed for Social Change" campaign aims to influence societal norms and rights r...
Monday Briefing: Navigating the National Debate on Parents' Rights in Education
April 22, 2024 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBIn January 2023, the New York legislature passed a proposed Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) for the second time, setting a ballot date for November 2024. The amendment seeks to ban discrimination based on various identifiers including sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity, among others. Proponents emphasize its potential to enhance abortion access post-Roe v. Wade. Critics, however, argue that the ERA could also advance gender ideology and weaken parental rights by enabling minors to acc...
Empowering Voices: Amy Breitenstein on School Board Success and Parental Engagement
April 19, 2024 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBIn this episode of the Parents Rights in Education podcast, Hanna introduces the podcast's mission to empower parents in their child's education through free trainings and community support. Suzanne Gallagher then speaks with guest Amy Breitenstein, a new school board member from Moses Lake, Washington. Amy shares her motivation for running, driven by a desire to enact change rather than just complain. She discusses a contentious issue in her district— the construction of a smaller, project-...
Should Local School Board Races be Partisan?
April 17, 2024 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.3 MBIn this episode of The Parents' Rights in Education podcast, we dive into the contentious debate over whether local school board elections should be partisan. Traditionally, these races have been non-partisan, intended to keep the focus on educational issues rather than political ideology. However, the reality often paints a different picture, as candidates typically come with ideological leanings and party affiliations, which can be misleading to voters. We explore how proponents of partis...
Monday Briefing: Nationwide Update on Parents' Rights in Education
April 15, 2024 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.85 MBOhio's House Bill 183, termed the "Bathroom Bill," mandates that K-12 public schools and higher education institutions designate bathrooms based on biological sex. Introduced by Republican Representatives Beth Lear and Adam Bird, it aims to ensure safety, according to its proponents. However, the bill has encountered significant opposition, with over 100 detractors arguing it discriminates against transgender students. A committee vote is imminent, with significant Republican support anticip...
Parents’ Rights in Education Talks With Missie Carra from Texas About School Choice
April 12, 2024 13:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBSuzanne talks with Missie Carra about school choice in Texas and how not-so-obvious language is injected into new bills that will adversely impact education and parents’ rights. Support the show DONATE TODAY! www.ParentsRightsInEducation.com
Get Involved in Your Local Schools
April 10, 2024 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.68 MBParents’ Rights in Focus Engagement in local education is crucial for shaping public school policies. Here’s how to get involved effectively: Stay Informed: Access and read school and district communications through websites and newspapers. School board agendas and minutes are publicly available and are essential for understanding upcoming decisions. Understand the Process: Learn about policy development, budgeting, and curriculum approval processes. Districts encourage public input, yet ...
Parents’ Rights News from Around The Nation
April 08, 2024 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.16 MBThe new Wyoming law, SF0009, mandates parental consent for teaching about gender identity and sexual orientation in schools. It requires districts to share well-being questionnaires and health screening tools with parents/guardians for consent before use and mandates teacher notifications to parents about changes in students' health. Critics argue it could lead to legal issues for educators from unsatisfied parents. The law outlines a complaint resolution process, takes effect on July 1, and...
Sunday Shibley: Championing Parents' Rights & School Reform
April 05, 2024 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBSuzanne Gallagher welcomed Sunday Shibley from Willis, Texas, to discuss parents' rights in education and local school district activism. Shibley shared her journey from being unaware of school content issues to becoming a state Grassroots Coordinator and advocate for parental rights. She emphasizes the importance of educating parents on school happenings and actively works to remove inappropriate books from schools, facing challenges such as being labeled "unhinged" for directly quoting con...
Parents and Students Free Speech Rights
April 03, 2024 13:00 - 10 minutes - 7.49 MBThe First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution upholds free speech, including at school board meetings and within schools, albeit with certain limitations. School board meetings, being public forums, cannot legally restrict speech based on content. However, they can impose restrictions on the place, time, and manner of speech, provided these restrictions are content-neutral. Instances of violation include a Louisiana teacher's removal from a meeting for speaking on salary issues, and a Washing...
National Weekly News - Parents' Rights in Education
April 01, 2024 13:00 - 9 minutes - 6.71 MBAlabama - Senate Bill 129 Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 129, banning "divisive concepts" in education and restricting DEI programs, effective from October 1, 2024. Citizens are urged to monitor compliance and report violations. Washington State's Senate Bill 5462 mandates teaching LGBTQ history in schools from 2025, aiming for a more inclusive curriculum. Critics argue it promotes explicit content. Citizens are encouraged to express concerns to representatives. Virginia Go...
Parents’ Rights in Education Interview with Detransitioner Camille Kiefel
March 29, 2024 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBIn this podcast episode from the "Parents Rights in Education" series, Suzanne Gallagher converses with Camille Kiefel, founder of the nonprofit organization D Trans Help. Kiefel shares her personal journey through gender identity struggles, including undergoing a non-binary mastectomy funded by Medicaid, which ultimately led to worsening mental health and physical health issues. She speaks about her extensive experience with mental health treatments, including dialectical behavior therapy a...
I Demand the Affirmation of Normal! - Parents’ Rights in Education Podcast
March 27, 2024 14:00 - 13 minutes - 9.12 MBIn this episode titled "I Demand the Affirmation of Normal!", we delve into the recent pivotal decision by the United Kingdom to halt the routine prescription of puberty blockers for minors, a move reported by the BBC as a response to an independent review's findings on the lack of evidence regarding their safety and effectiveness. Highlighting a significant shift in the approach towards gender identity treatment for children, this development raises critical questions about the use of such ...
Parents' Rights in Education News for Week 13
March 25, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBThe episode of the Parents' Rights in Education podcast discusses the movement's efforts to support and empower parents in their role in their children's education. It introduces a bill, the Parents Right to Know Bill, passed by the Alabama House with bipartisan support, requiring transparency from educators by posting curriculum online and allowing parents to review instructional materials. The episode also addresses a study on transgender surgery and suicide risk, indicating a doubled suic...
Parents Right in Education News for Week 13
March 25, 2024 14:00 - 6 minutes - 4.63 MBThe episode of the Parents' Rights in Education podcast discusses the movement's efforts to support and empower parents in their role in their children's education. It introduces a bill, the Parents Right to Know Bill, passed by the Alabama House with bipartisan support, requiring transparency from educators by posting curriculum online and allowing parents to review instructional materials. The episode also addresses a study on transgender surgery and suicide risk, indicating a doubled suic...
K-12 Education Matters - A Discussion with Ted Lamb
March 16, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBNews: Washington's Initiative 2081 boosts parents' rights in education, allowing material review and opt-outs. Leaked WPATH files expose risky practices in gender medicine, lacking evidence-based standards, and hint at a global medical scandal. Oregon superintendent engaged members of a national coalition of progressive activists for "research" on parents, which she used to sway the school board. America First Legal Sues Fairfax County Public Schools for Sex and Religious Discrimination, ...
Grooming by Public School Staff is a Crime - A Discussion with Cindy Allen
March 09, 2024 09:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBIn Illinois, the Parents Matter Coalition opposes HB 4876, which criminalizes denying certain services to children. They seek 500,000 signatures for a referendum requiring parental consent for minors' non-emergency medical procedures, including gender-related treatments. Oregon Senate approves SB 1583, barring book bans in schools/libraries, aiming to protect content on diversity. Critics say it limits parental rights to challenge explicit materials. West Virginia's HB 5036, a "Parents' Bi...
K-12 Costs $1 Million Bucks per Classroom?
March 02, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBNews: Westwood school board moves to revive gender policy. Critics call it 'parental exclusion' - Westwood Board reignites debate by reversing 'parental rights' policies, reinstating a transgender student policy without parental notification, per state guidelines. Focus on inclusivity and privacy supported by Superintendent. Teachers Sue Gavin Newsom Over Policy Forcing Them to Lie About Student’s Transgender Status to Parents - CA teachers sue, including Gov. Newsom, over policies that ba...
K-12 Costs $1 Million Bucks per Classroom? Guest: Kate Anderson,Esq., Alliance Defending Freedom
March 02, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBNews: Westwood school board moves to revive gender policy. Critics call it 'parental exclusion' - Westwood Board reignites debate by reversing 'parental rights' policies, reinstating a transgender student policy without parental notification, per state guidelines. Focus on inclusivity and privacy supported by Superintendent. Teachers Sue Gavin Newsom Over Policy Forcing Them to Lie About Student’s Transgender Status to Parents - CA teachers sue, including Gov. Newsom, over policies that ba...
Why Testifying Before a Woke Board Works
February 24, 2024 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBWest Virginia: Drag Queen Teacher Arrested on Child S*xual Abuse Charges Knowledge or Consent, and After New Evidence Proving the Scale of the Deception Eyes on Education - Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita Topic: Why Testifying Before a Woke Board Works Testifying before the Oregon Senate Education Committee against Senate Bill 1583, which seeks to centralize control over school curriculum decisions, underscores the importance of civic engagement even in seemingly predetermined outc...
We Got ‘ Em Runnin’ Scared! Tips for Nailing Main Thing When Others Attack
February 17, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 17.9 MBThe Parents' Rights in Education podcast delves into contentious educational policies across the United States, highlighting significant debates on parental rights and inclusivity in schools. In Oregon, Senate Bill 1583 is discussed for its aim to eliminate discrimination in selecting educational materials, requiring inclusivity of contributions by various races, disabilities, and the LGBT community. Critics argue it could prevent objections to explicit content by equating them to discrimin...
Why Parents’ Rights Protect Children
February 10, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBOn January 10th, Carroll County Public Schools in Maryland unanimously passed a policy, driven by parental rights groups, prohibiting sexually explicit content in instructional materials. This policy defines such content as detailed or graphic descriptions of sex or sex acts. The unanimous school board vote reflects a bipartisan agreement among parents to shield children from such exposure in schools. The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a Title IX complaint against North Carolina's edu...
Why Parents’ Rights Protect Children, Guest: Kate Anderson, Esq., Alliance Defending Freedom
February 10, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBOn January 10th, Carroll County Public Schools in Maryland unanimously passed a policy, driven by parental rights groups, prohibiting sexually explicit content in instructional materials. This policy defines such content as detailed or graphic descriptions of sex or sex acts. The unanimous school board vote reflects a bipartisan agreement among parents to shield children from such exposure in schools. The Campaign for Southern Equality filed a Title IX complaint against North Carolina's edu...
Does it Matter If US is a Democracy or Republic?
February 03, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBUndercover DEI Investigation: Project Veritas conducted an undercover investigation into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practices in schools. They found that DEI staff members were hiding information from parents and implementing gender support plans for students, which included changing names/pronouns and deciding whether to inform parents. Social Justice Day in Schools: A school hosted a "Social Justice Day," which was described as a training camp for leftist activism. Activities ...
Are We a Judeo Christian Nation?
January 27, 2024 09:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBTexas Book Bans and Constitutionality: A federal appeals court has ruled that the Texas law (READER Act) requiring sexual content ratings on books for public schools likely violates the Constitution. This law is challenged by Texas bookstores, national trade associations, and a legal defense fund, citing freedom of speech concerns and potential harm due to compliance costs. Discrimination Lawsuit in NY STEM Program: Asian parents have filed a federal discrimination lawsuit against the New Y...
Grooming, Pedophiles, and Public School Porn
January 20, 2024 09:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBYarmouth school board to vote on parents’ rights policies In Yarmouth, Massachusetts, the school board is set to vote on a policy allowing parents to restrict their children's access to certain books and learning materials. Superintendent Andrew Dolloff states that this formalizes existing practices of honoring parental requests. However, resident Steve O’Grady argues that this approach could inadvertently limit access for all students, including those whose parents have no objections. The w...
K-12 Schools Are No Longer Educational Institutions!
January 13, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBThis episode of the "Parents' Rights in Education" podcast with host Suzanne Gallagher covers three main news topics: Lawsuit Against California Attorney General: Parent activists in California plan to sue Attorney General Rob Bonta over a ballot initiative's title. This initiative, known as the "Restricts Rights of Transgender Youth Initiative," would require schools to inform parents of a child's gender identity requests and proposes banning gender transition treatments for minors. Gallag...
K-12 Schools Are No Longer Educational Institutions! Guest: Greg Burnett
January 13, 2024 09:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBThis episode of the "Parents' Rights in Education" podcast with host Suzanne Gallagher covers three main news topics: Lawsuit Against California Attorney General: Parent activists in California plan to sue Attorney General Rob Bonta over a ballot initiative's title. This initiative, known as the "Restricts Rights of Transgender Youth Initiative," would require schools to inform parents of a child's gender identity requests and proposes banning gender transition treatments for minors. Gallag...
While Public Schools are Self Destructing, Parents are Winning!
January 06, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB1. Controversy in Seattle: Gender Identity and Classroom Quizzes Overview: A Seattle high school student fails a quiz titled "Understanding Gender vs. Sex" for stating that men can't get pregnant. The incident at Chief Sealth International High School raises questions about inclusivity and factual accuracy in education. Discussion Points: The role of educators in teaching about gender identity, the balance between inclusivity and traditional viewpoints, and the implications for parental ri...
While Public Schools are Self Destructing, Parents are Winning! Guest: Greg Burnett
January 06, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MB1. Controversy in Seattle: Gender Identity and Classroom Quizzes Overview: A Seattle high school student fails a quiz titled "Understanding Gender vs. Sex" for stating that men can't get pregnant. The incident at Chief Sealth International High School raises questions about inclusivity and factual accuracy in education. Discussion Points: The role of educators in teaching about gender identity, the balance between inclusivity and traditional viewpoints, and the implications for parental ri...
BEWARE! School District Civil Rights Coordinators
December 16, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBIn today’s episode, Suzanne discusses: Portland Public Schools Must Now Consider Race, Gender Identity When Disciplining Students The new agreement between Portland Public Schools and its teachers requires considering a student's race, trauma, gender identity, and sexual orientation in disciplinary decisions, replacing mandatory suspensions for violent behavior with class removal and a "self-regulation space" within the school. Colorado parents protest after daughter told to share bed wit...
Who’s Giving Your Kid Medical Care, Guest: Missie Carra, Texas Parent
December 09, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBSummery / Comments: The "Parents Rights in Education" podcast episode delves into pressing issues in the U.S. educational system, focusing on how they affect children's welfare and parental rights. Highlights include: Oregon's Civil Rights Monitoring: Discussion on Oregon House Bill 2281, raising concerns about potential overreach in enforcing social justice ideologies in schools. Race-Based Education in Illinois: A critique of segregated classrooms in Evanston, Illinois, and their impact...
Who’s Giving Your Kid Medical Care
December 09, 2023 09:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBSummery / Comments: The "Parents Rights in Education" podcast episode delves into pressing issues in the U.S. educational system, focusing on how they affect children's welfare and parental rights. Highlights include: Oregon's Civil Rights Monitoring: Discussion on Oregon House Bill 2281, raising concerns about potential overreach in enforcing social justice ideologies in schools. Race-Based Education in Illinois: A critique of segregated classrooms in Evanston, Illinois, and their impact...
Trends to Omit Basic Skills for Teachers, Guest: Sue Smith, 30 year teacher, retired, AZ
December 02, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBSummery / Comments: Episode News: New Jersey to Drop Basic Skills Test For Teachers Grant High School Teacher (Portland, OR) threatens kids who don’t show up to support teachers on the picket line.⠀ Parents, Teachers and Lawmakers speak their piece on parental rights in committee meetings Episode Topic: In today's episode of Parents' Rights in Education, we're talking about the importance of parental involvement in education. We're also discussing a troubling trend of states lowering t...
Trends to Omit Basic Skills for Teachers, Guest: Sue Smith, 30 year teacher
December 02, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBSummery / Comments: Episode News: New Jersey to Drop Basic Skills Test For Teachers Grant High School Teacher (Portland, OR) threatens kids who don’t show up to support teachers on the picket line.⠀ Parents, Teachers and Lawmakers speak their piece on parental rights in committee meetings Episode Topic: In today's episode of Parents' Rights in Education, we're talking about the importance of parental involvement in education. We're also discussing a troubling trend of states lowering t...
Activist Teachers: Who Draws the Line? Guest: Becky Wallis, Parent, Newberg OR
November 25, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBLas Vegas Teen's Death: A 17-year-old, Jonathan Lewis Jr., was beaten to death by fellow classmates from Rancho High School. Parents, not only is it a right to guide the education and upbringing of our children, but more importantly, it is a responsibility. This horrific incident is a prime example of what happens when you don’t take on that responsibility. Las Vegas teen dies after group attacks him near high school: police "Parents' Right to Know Act": Congressman Matt Gaetz's "Parents’ R...
Activist Teachers: Who Draws the Line?
November 25, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBLas Vegas Teen's Death: A 17-year-old, Jonathan Lewis Jr., was beaten to death by fellow classmates from Rancho High School. Parents, not only is it a right to guide the education and upbringing of our children, but more importantly, it is a responsibility. This horrific incident is a prime example of what happens when you don’t take on that responsibility. Las Vegas teen dies after group attacks him near high school: police "Parents' Right to Know Act": Congressman Matt Gaetz's "Parents’ R...
Public Schools Job #1: SAFETY for ALL
November 18, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThe Carteret County Board of Education will conduct a second reading and potentially give final approval to policy updates related to the "Parents' Bill of Rights" law, as mandated by the N.C. General Assembly. The updates, advised by the NC School Boards Association, focus on parental involvement in issues like gender identity and sexual education, with provisions for responding to student-initiated questions. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on November 8th. For more details, you can r...
Public Schools Job #1: SAFETY for ALL, Guest: Kristi Baker, parent, TTSD, OR
November 18, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThe Carteret County Board of Education will conduct a second reading and potentially give final approval to policy updates related to the "Parents' Bill of Rights" law, as mandated by the N.C. General Assembly. The updates, advised by the NC School Boards Association, focus on parental involvement in issues like gender identity and sexual education, with provisions for responding to student-initiated questions. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. on November 8th. For more details, you can r...
Schizophrenic Leftists Use Our Kids to Further Agenda
November 11, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBSummery / Comments: The summary of the "Parents' Rights in Education" podcast episode with Suzanne Gallagher covers several key topics: Student Protests Against Israeli Actions in Gaza: Berkeley High School: Over 150 students participated in a walkout protesting the Israeli bombardment in Gaza. They marched to UC Berkeley, advocating for Palestinian rights and an end to the occupation. Fairfax High Schools: In a similar vein, Muslim students at Fairfax High Schools conducted protests, re...
Schizophrenic Leftists Use Our Kids to Further Agenda, Guest: Emily Diefenbaugh, State Affiliate, WI
November 11, 2023 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBSummery / Comments: The summary of the "Parents' Rights in Education" podcast episode with Suzanne Gallagher covers several key topics: Student Protests Against Israeli Actions in Gaza: Berkeley High School: Over 150 students participated in a walkout protesting the Israeli bombardment in Gaza. They marched to UC Berkeley, advocating for Palestinian rights and an end to the occupation. Fairfax High Schools: In a similar vein, Muslim students at Fairfax High Schools conducted protests, re...
Why Staying in Our Lane Works
November 04, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn today’s episode, Suzanne covers: 1. Parental Notification Policy in California School District: In the CVUSD, a judge partially blocked a policy requiring schools to notify parents if their child identifies as transgender, deeming it discriminatory. The policy is temporarily halted, except for changes in student records. The district vows to continue the legal battle. Source: Fox News 2. GOP Pushes for Parental Control in Education: Republican lawmakers in Washington D.C. advocated fo...
Why Staying in Our Lane Works, Guest: Greg Burnett, Burnett Media
November 04, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn today’s episode, Suzanne covers: 1. Parental Notification Policy in California School District: In the CVUSD, a judge partially blocked a policy requiring schools to notify parents if their child identifies as transgender, deeming it discriminatory. The policy is temporarily halted, except for changes in student records. The district vows to continue the legal battle. Source: Fox News 2. GOP Pushes for Parental Control in Education: Republican lawmakers in Washington D.C. advocated fo...
School Board Elections
October 28, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn today’s episode: Scholastic's Response to Legislation: Scholastic Corporation is modifying its book fair offerings at public schools due to new legislation targeting age-appropriate content, particularly impacting the availability of LGBTQ+ themed books. The company has been a vocal supporter of PRIDE and LGBTQ+ representation in children's literature. Read More Dress Code Protest at School Board Meeting: A father demonstrated his protest against a lax school dress code by wearing a cro...
School Board Elections, Strategy #1, Guest: Dave Brown, OR
October 28, 2023 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBIn today’s episode: Scholastic's Response to Legislation: Scholastic Corporation is modifying its book fair offerings at public schools due to new legislation targeting age-appropriate content, particularly impacting the availability of LGBTQ+ themed books. The company has been a vocal supporter of PRIDE and LGBTQ+ representation in children's literature. Read More Dress Code Protest at School Board Meeting: A father demonstrated his protest against a lax school dress code by wearing a cro...
Trans Assaults at School
October 21, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this Parents' Rights in Education podcast episode, we explore a disturbing incident that underscores the challenges confronting parents and students in the current education system. We discuss the implications of Restorative Justice and Critical Race Theory in schools, a troubling assault case, and the ongoing struggle for parents' rights in education. News Highlights: Tigard/Tualatin School Board Meeting Goes Virtual: The Tigard/Tualatin School District shifted from in-person to virtua...
Trans Assaults at School, Guest: James, parent ,West Linn, OR
October 21, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MBIn this Parents' Rights in Education podcast episode, we explore a disturbing incident that underscores the challenges confronting parents and students in the current education system. We discuss the implications of Restorative Justice and Critical Race Theory in schools, a troubling assault case, and the ongoing struggle for parents' rights in education. News Highlights: Tigard/Tualatin School Board Meeting Goes Virtual: The Tigard/Tualatin School District shifted from in-person to virtua...
Failing K-12 Education, Answer: Local Control Guest: Jackie Mendez, Virginia Local Affiliate
October 14, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBIn today’s episode of the Parents' Rights Podcast, the K-12 education landscape in the U.S. is brought into focus. The story starts with a troubling event at a Tigard-Tualatin school where a boy attacked a girl. This incident stirs up a debate: some believe schools are muddling the waters by teaching about many genders and ignoring basic biology. Switching scenes, we hear about the "Banned Book Week" by the American Library Association, a movement against hiding books in schools and librarie...
Failing K-12 Education, Answer: Local Control
October 14, 2023 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBIn today’s episode of the Parents' Rights Podcast, the K-12 education landscape in the U.S. is brought into focus. The story starts with a troubling event at a Tigard-Tualatin school where a boy attacked a girl. This incident stirs up a debate: some believe schools are muddling the waters by teaching about many genders and ignoring basic biology. Switching scenes, we hear about the "Banned Book Week" by the American Library Association, a movement against hiding books in schools and librarie...
November, Parents’ Rights In Education Month
October 07, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWelcome to another episode of the Parents' Rights Podcast. In today's episode, we dive into recent developments in education that have raised concerns about parental involvement and the influence of ideological agendas in schools. First, we discuss a significant event in California, where Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill preventing schools from banning or censoring books over concerns about racial or sexual themes. This law imposes fines on schools that disobey it, sparking a debate abou...