Federal Appeals Court Rules 3-0 California Discriminates Against Religious Parents in Education; Judge Rules in Pennsylvania

Recent legal developments highlight ongoing tensions surrounding educational policies and parental rights in the United States. A federal appeals court ruled unanimously that California is unlawfully discriminating against religious parents and schools in its special-education programs. This 3-0 decision by the Ninth Circuit underscores the need for compliance with federal laws regarding religious rights in education. In Pennsylvania, a judge ruled in favor of parents who challenged a first-grade teacher's curriculum that suggested children might be born in the wrong body, deeming it a gross violation of parental rights. Meanwhile, in Wyoming, a federal judge determined that a local school board violated the First Amendment by enforcing a policy selectively against critical comments while allowing supportive viewpoints. These rulings reflect a broader movement advocating for parental rights and religious freedoms in educational settings.