by Samuel J. Abrams | Jul 2, 2025
We need a “PostBS” civics – starting in elementary and middle school Written by Samuel J. Abrams As America nears its 250th birthday, we face a unique opportunity: to reimagine and revitalize civic education nationwide. Teaching civics early and modeling it...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Jun 30, 2025
SCOTUS says public schools must accommodate religious families. Here’s what education leaders should do next Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks The United States Supreme Court just ruled in the Mahmoud v. Taylor case that public schools must respect a parent’s...
by William C. Duncan | Jun 29, 2025
SCOTUS ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor strengthens parents’ educational rights, partnership with schools Written by William C. Duncan Originally published in Deseret News. The U.S. Supreme Court just affirmed that parents have the right and responsibility to direct how...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks and Amaya Mueller | Jun 22, 2025
Utah school districts need better guidance on parent access to curriculum. Here’s what the state can do Written by Christine Cooke Fairbanks Originally published in Utah Policy. There’s an ongoing push for more parental involvement in education in Utah, and rightly...
by Christine Cooke Fairbanks | Jun 17, 2025
How state leaders prioritize vulnerable students Written by States can and do prioritize vulnerable students, and we should continue to seek reforms for these students in our states. Education choice programs have predominantly been created for students with special...
by Samuel J. Abrams | Jun 11, 2025
Congratulations to the High School Class of 2025 Written by Graduates should make this summer one filled with moments of freedom and experiences that may help them find moments of awe. Jon Haidt, argues that “Awe can transform people and reorient their lives, goals,...
