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Artwork created in solidarity with Palestine by Oakland High students posted in school hallways in the spring of 2024.

The war on Palestine within U.S. education isn’t just happening in colleges, but in K-12 schools as well

By Mimi Kirk September 4, 2024 7

K-12 educators around the U.S. who show support for Palestine have been targeted with false charges of antisemitism and have faced a clear pattern of punishment without due process based on disturbing double standards.

Mayor Eric Adams and Chancellor David C. Banks introduce new program and division in the NYC Public Schools, on June 24, 2024. (Photo: NYC Public Schools)

Silenced at School: NYC Public Schools Chancellor suppresses Palestinian voices

By Mohammad Jehad Ahmad July 7, 2024 5

New York City Public Schools has been suppressing Palestinian narratives and activism. NYC Educators for Palestine has attempted to meet with Chancellor David Banks for months, but he keeps dodging our meeting.