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Disparities in School Discipline Spark Equity Concerns

8/27/2025

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Story summary

In New Hampshire, Black and Hispanic students experienced higher school discipline rates than white students in 2020-21.
Outdated and inconsistent data from the U.S. Department of Education complicates equity assessments.
Recent anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) laws face lawsuits challenging their constitutionality and effects on educational equity.
Cuts to the Department of Education during the Trump administration have impeded data collection and equity initiatives.

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Story summary

In New Hampshire, Black and Hispanic students experienced higher school discipline rates than white students in 2020-21.
Outdated and inconsistent data from the U.S. Department of Education complicates equity assessments.
Recent anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) laws face lawsuits challenging their constitutionality and effects on educational equity.
Cuts to the Department of Education during the Trump administration have impeded data collection and equity initiatives.