The Leadership Challenge of Student Protests
by John Rogers, Joseph Kahne, and Alexander Kwako
School leaders across the nation have noted a rising tide of student activism. The focus, scope, and tactics of the protests have ranged widely. Student protestors have addressed gun safety, LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, climate justice, school dress codes, and more. Some student protests have been coordinated by national organizations such as Everytown for Gun Safety, and some have risen organically from a small group of students who want change.