The Boys Nobody Budgeted For
The article discusses two contrasting perspectives on the challenges faced by boys and young men, emphasizing that policy decisions have disproportionately affected them in education, discipline, and mental health. Key issues include lenient due process…
Supreme Court Weighs In on Parental Rights and Gender Policy Dispute
The Supreme Court's recent order in Elizabeth Mirabelli v. Rob Bonta highlights ongoing tensions over parental rights and school policies regarding children's gender identity. The case raises important constitutional questions about parental authority…
When School Access Becomes Immigration Policy: Who Really Pays the Price?
A migration scholar warns that restricting public education for migrant children could harm workforce quality and child welfare. However, this overlooks the immediate burdens on schools and the complexity of funding. Effective reform requires clear…
When Schools Become Enforcers: A Lawsuit Claims NYC Used Child Protective Services as Leverage Against a Parent
A New York lawsuit reveals how schools may misuse Child Protective Services (CPS) referrals to coerce non-compliant parents, as demonstrated by a Queens mother’s allegations. This practice, which complicates parental disputes over education, raises…
New Study Links Childhood Trauma to Higher ADHD Symptoms in College Students — What It Means for Families, Policy, and America’s Sons
A peer-reviewed study highlights that college students with adverse childhood experiences are more likely to show ADHD-like symptoms due to trauma, impacting their emotional regulation and self-compassion. This suggests a need for trauma-informed…
California Judge Strikes Down Statewide ‘Parental Exclusion’ Policies in Landmark Ruling
U.S. District Judge Roger T. Benitez ruled California's parental exclusion policies unconstitutional, blocking statewide enforcement of secrecy about children's gender identity changes in schools. The decision affirms parental rights and emphasizes the…