Trump's Education Overhaul Sparks Nationwide Policy Debate

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters issued a memo to parents and school leaders outlining educational policy changes following recent election results. Walters criticized the U.S. Department of Education for overreaching and proposed eliminating it in favor of block grants to restore state control. His priorities include enhancing parents' rights, ending perceived social indoctrination, promoting patriotism in curricula, managing immigration impacts on schools, and blocking foreign influence. Walters aims to work with President Trump to implement these changes and return educational authority to local communities.