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On this episode of Parent Empowerment, Mandy Drogin sits down with attorney Justin Nichols to discuss real disputes involving Texas public schools, parental rights, student discipline, and what he describes as the growing power of the Education Cartel.
They break down several controversial cases and disputes, including a Frisco ISD student from Israel who was assigned a report on Palestine, a Belton ISD student who was suspended after expressing support for ICE and an interest in federal law enforcement, and a Plano ISD bullying dispute involving students from different social groups.
Justin also explains why parents should understand their rights, question school administrators when necessary, and be willing to push back when they believe a school district has overstepped its authority.
If you’re a Texas parent concerned about parental rights, public education, student free speech, school accountability, or education reform, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Watch now and learn why Justin says parents have more power than they may realize.
Topics discussed:
• Parental rights in Texas public schools
• Student free speech and political expression
• School discipline and bullying policies
• Frisco ISD, Belton ISD, and Plano ISD disputes
• Administrative bureaucracy in public education
• Holding Texas school districts accountable
• Parents standing up for their children
Subscribe for more episodes of Parent Empowerment covering Texas education, parental rights, school choice, education reform, and the policies affecting Texas families.
They break down several controversial cases and disputes, including a Frisco ISD student from Israel who was assigned a report on Palestine, a Belton ISD student who was suspended after expressing support for ICE and an interest in federal law enforcement, and a Plano ISD bullying dispute involving students from different social groups.
Justin also explains why parents should understand their rights, question school administrators when necessary, and be willing to push back when they believe a school district has overstepped its authority.
If you’re a Texas parent concerned about parental rights, public education, student free speech, school accountability, or education reform, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Watch now and learn why Justin says parents have more power than they may realize.
Topics discussed:
• Parental rights in Texas public schools
• Student free speech and political expression
• School discipline and bullying policies
• Frisco ISD, Belton ISD, and Plano ISD disputes
• Administrative bureaucracy in public education
• Holding Texas school districts accountable
• Parents standing up for their children
Subscribe for more episodes of Parent Empowerment covering Texas education, parental rights, school choice, education reform, and the policies affecting Texas families.
Creators and Guests
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Mandy Drogin
Mandy Drogin is the Campaign Director for TPPF's Next Generation Texas campaign. Mandy is one of the top education reform leaders in Texas with experience managing grassroots, marketing, election and legislative campaigns. Prior to joining TPPF she was at the American Federation for Children for nearly 8 years where she served as the State Director for the past 3 years and helped make important gains in Texas. She has a talent for organizing complex coalitions and factions, motivating people, understanding and communicating policy, image and branding, and running campaign teams.
What is Parent Empowerment with Mandy Drogin?
Parent Empowerment with Mandy Drogin is a product of the Texas Public Policy Foundation that hosts real conversations with real parents from across Texas where they share their experiences, struggles, and victories within the Texas education system. From concerning content in public schools to classroom behavior and wins in homeschooling, Parent Empowerment with Mandy Drogin covers all aspects of Texas education through the parents eyes—and asks how we can ensure transparency, quality, respect, and choice for all Texas parents, students, and taxpayers.