Welcome to the Dignity in Schools Campaign
One of the nation’s largest coalitions of education advocates, parents, and activists.
The Chalk Room
DSC Issue Snapshot: Special Education and Other Critical Job Cuts
- October 15, 2025
The Trump Administration has laid off nearly all staff in the federal offices that enforce special education and civil rights laws, including those overseeing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). While schools are still legally required to follow students’ IEPs, the loss of federal oversight and accountability could weaken protections and funding for students […]
The Sherrification of Education: How Educational Policy Expands The School-To-Prison Pipeline and How We Interrupt It.
- October 14, 2025
The Sherrification of Education; How Educational Policy Expands The School-To-Prison Pipeline and How We Interrupt It. by Martin Urbach and The Circle Keepers Executive Summary To this day, the main purpose of the schoolhouse in The United States of America continues to be about the reproduction of model citizens, teaching children to be prompt, obedient, […]
Education is STILL a Human Right: Dignity in Schools Campaign Announces National Week of Action Against School Pushout, October 18–26, 2025
- September 19, 2025
New York, NY – In the face of ongoing and increasing systemic inequities in U.S. public schools, the Dignity in Schools Campaign (DSC) is excited to continue its advocacy work through their 11th annual National Week of Action Against School Pushout, taking place October 18–26, 2025. The week-long campaign will feature teach-ins, film screenings, panel […]
Become a part of the Dignity in Schools Campaign today.
As a member you can get involved in our work.
• Participate in our annual National Week of Action on School Pushout and Days at the Capitol,
• Join committees to support local grassroots campaigns and federal policy change,
• Attend our Annual Membership Meetings and Convenings to learn from other members and build collective strategies,
• Participate in webinars to build communication skills, learn about human rights and engage in other opportunities for skill-building
and sharing.
Sign up for our Newsletter.
