Trump Administration's Executive Orders on Education Reform and Campus Issues
President Donald Trump is set to sign executive orders targeting K-12 education, campus protests, and school choice, as outlined in White House documents obtained by POLITICO.
Expected to be signed imminently, these orders build on the administration’s campaign promises, focusing on socially conservative education policies.
Ending Indoctrination in Education
One order aims to end what the administration deems as ‘radical indoctrination’ in K-12 schools, targeting topics like gender ideology and critical race theory.
It includes provisions for legal action against educators engaging in ‘social transition’ practices without proper authorization.
Support for School Choice
Additionally, the orders will reinstate the 1776 Commission, promoting patriotic education and countering divisive narratives on race and slavery.
The Education Department will issue guidance on K-12 scholarship programs and prioritize school choice in grant programs.
Combatting Antisemitism
Another forthcoming order will address antisemitism, focusing on prosecuting crimes and investigating anti-Jewish sentiments in educational institutions.
The administration pledges to take action against those sympathetic to groups like Hamas.
Ensuring Access to Diverse Education
Military and Indian Education families will have opportunities to choose schools outside traditional systems, supported by federal funds.
The directives aim to provide educational alternatives, including private and faith-based options.
Empowering Families and Students
The administration is keen on empowering families with choices in education, utilizing federal resources to support diverse educational pathways.
These executive orders reflect the administration’s commitment to education reform and addressing cultural challenges within the U.S. education system.
