AZFEC: Conservatives on High Alert Against Woke Takeover in Arizona Classrooms

By the Arizona Free Enterprise Club |

Recent elections have spotlighted the public school system in Arizona, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction among voters. Concerns about leftist indoctrination, escalating costs alongside declining test scores, and encroachments on parental rights have dominated discussions.

Following his inauguration, President Trump took decisive action to reshape K-12 education. He signed an executive order aimed at eliminating radical indoctrination and directing the U.S. Department of Education to dismantle questionable Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. While some view these changes as welcome, opposition remains strong, particularly from local advocacy groups.

Notably, in February, a Marana High School teacher faced suspension after disputing Trump’s views on gender during a lecture. Additionally, in May, audio emerged from a Catalina Foothills School District health class where a teacher tackled LGBTQ topics while criticizing religious texts. The connection between such lessons and health education raises significant questions about curricular priorities.

The Scottsdale Unified School District is also making waves, engaging in similar controversies. As debates surrounding educational content intensify, discussions on parental rights and academic integrity continue to evolve.