Are schools legally allowed to discuss about politics with children?

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My son has been discussing politics in school and was wondering if, by law, are teachers allowed to discuss about politics? My son is in social studies class and has been talking about politics, he now is all confused about politics. Do the teachers need to get approval from parents to discuss about politics in class?
If you are wondering, my child is only in 7th grade.
 
I don't think there's a rule against talking politics directly, but there is a code of ethics all teachers are held to. Manipulating students for political gain is not acceptable. Asking kids hypothetical questions about many different current events is (if it is age and curriculum appropriate) is actually a form of education. 7th grade isn't too young to get kids politically active, and a social studies class is exactly where that would happen (I volunteered for my first campaign when I was in the 7th grade, thanks to an awesome social studies teacher!). If the teacher is promoting certain people or parties over other then that is crossing the line and you need to call them on it. But if your son is learning about his country by way of this historic election, then you need to relax and let him develop his critical thinking skills.
 
They can probably discuss it in American Civics, History or Social Studies.

The problem is, most discussions aren't discussions at all...just Left-Wing Propaganda sessions.

In a realistic discussion, a real teacher would present both sides for thorough debate and not allow their personal views to interfere in thoughtful learning.

There's a reason why more and more parents are pushing for Student Vouchers...more level discussions pertinent to learning, smaller class sizes and a Public Education that isn't 20th in the World and dropping faster!
 
this is really frowned upon most of them unless they are 18 cant vote so whats the point
 
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