The Cases That Changed Education: Tinker v. Des Moines

On today’s show…

A federal proposal would reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug. Attorney General Marty Jackley explains his opposition to the proposal.

Teacher Talk looks at how courtroom decisions impact the classroom. Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber explore the legal implications of Tinker v. Des Moines.

The case revolved around students, black armbands and freedom of speech.

We also meet Lucy and Bill Cooper and learn more about the photo and the story they discovered.

Additionally, SDPB’s Jackie Hendry has been crisscrossing the state to gather stories for the next season of South Dakota Focus. She shares a few stories from along the way.