On May 17, 1954, the Supreme Court ruled unanimously in favor of the plaintiffs. Chief Justice Earl Warren wrote the opinion, which stated that “separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.”
As schools across the nation grapple with issues of discrimination and intolerance, here are resources to help build a more inclusive and equitable educational system for all.
"Our nation’s educators are critical to ensuring students’ success, which is why I’m committed to finding solutions to address teacher and principal shortages...across the country."
Congress heard from 54 national advocacy organizations, including the American Federation of School Administrations, fighting to keep education spending a priority in the federal budget.
