Education Equity
At the ACLU of Wisconsin, we care deeply about the well-being of students throughout Wisconsin and want to ensure that their rights are protected.
If you are experiencing discrimination at your school, you should contact the school district to determine the complaint procedure.
Video: How to report discrimination in schools
Check out our toolkit to learn how to engage your local school board members.
Cases, Campaigns & Legislation
Jul 20, 2026
Defending Transgender Students in New Richmond School District
The ACLU of Wisconsin filed a brief at the Western District of Wisconsin concerning a case in which a parent-led organization, New Richmond Parents for Strong Schools, are trying to push the New Richmond School District (NRSD) to adopt a policy that would force transgender students to use bathrooms that are not consistent with their gender identities.
Mar 26, 2026
KRC v. State: Miranda Rights During School Interrogations
We filed an amicus brief asking the Wisconsin Supreme Court to protect students' constitutional rights during police interrogations at school. The court agreed.
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