Students have a proud record of activism throughout American history and often have been the catalyst for major advancements in civil rights. The ACLU is active in promoting student involvement in civil rights issues and often provides legal representation to students who feel their rights have been violated.
Students don’t leave their constitutional rights at the school door. Use these links to learn more about issues facing students and what you can do to help protect freedom in New Mexico and the United States:
Handouts
- Your Right to Keep Your School Records Private
- Your Right to Privacy
- Your Right to Equality in Education
- Your Right to Religious Freedom
- Your Right to Fair Treatment
- Your Right to Free Expression
- Your Health and the Law
- Your Guide to Creating an ACLU College Club
- Students Rights Palmcard
Booklets
(NOTE: Though this booklet was written with school officials in mind, students will find it a useful reference as well.)
Websites
- Stand Up with the ACLU: the ACLU’s website for students and young people
- The Student Bill of Rights (Students for Academic Freedom)