NY lawmakers demand probe into forced attendance at charter schools rally: What are the limits of school activism?
Two New York state lawmakers have called for an investigation into a charter schools rally where classes were cancelled and attendance was reportedly compulsory. The event, held during school hours, sparked concerns over misuse of public funds and political pressure on students and staff. The rally was organised amid mayoral election tensions, with Success Academy’s founder urging participation to counter threats to charter schools. The probe aims to clarify the limits of school activism in publicly funded institutions.
Two New York state lawmakers have called for an investigation into a charter schools rally where classes were cancelled and attendance was reportedly compulsory. The event, held during school hours, sparked concerns over misuse of public funds and political pressure on students and staff. The rally was organised amid mayoral election tensions, with Success Academy’s founder urging participation to counter threats to charter schools. The probe aims to clarify the limits of school activism in publicly funded institutions.
