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Education Watch

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Reports on McKinney-Vento compliance, school transparency, and inter-agency breakdowns revealed by Caitlin Snodgrass and allied advocates.


A Massachusetts Family Says the State Took Their Daughter Over a Gender Dispute. The Record Is More Complicated Than the Viral Version.

A Massachusetts Family Says the State Took Their Daughter Over a Gender Dispute. The Record Is More Complicated Than the Viral Version.

A Massachusetts couple says the state took custody of their teenage daughter after they refused to affirm a male gender identity. But a confirmed criminal charge, sealed Juvenile Court records and Massachusetts custody law leave major questions unanswered.

by Michael Phillips September 17, 2026September 17, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — November 14, 2025

New data from Baltimore, Anne Arundel, and Frederick Counties reveal a concerning rise in missing elementary students classified as W50, indicating they are unaccounted for. The lack of investigation by state agencies highlights a systemic failure in child protection, especially for young children. The issue persists across diverse regions, demanding urgent attention.

by Michael Phillips November 14, 2025November 17, 2025

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