A lawsuit against the New York Education Department is set to proceed after parents alleged discrimination against their children. The complaint, which is part of a broader context of legal challenges, highlights concerns regarding the failure of educational institutions to address issues such as bullying and harassment. In a related case, parents of a former student from Crawford Independent School District have filed a lawsuit claiming that the district did not adequately respond to severe bullying, harassment, and sexual assault incidents involving their child. The district is seeking to have this case dismissed. Critics, including the Biden administration and affected families, argue that certain laws are discriminatory and violate the Fourteenth Amendment of the Constitution. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the New York City Department of Education's (DOE) handling of Individualized Education Services Plans (IESP), with reports indicating that the DOE is imposing onerous waivers on parents who missed a deadline for services, effectively forcing them to relinquish their rights. This situation has sparked outrage among parents and advocates who demand accountability and adequate support for students in need.