55. How to Get Schooled on Title IX

Sexual harassment is a typical part of the K-12 school day, so why do we only talk about it on college campuses? Even though Title IX enshrines harassment-free education for all students -- from pre-k through higher ed -- most kids don't know it applies to them, too. Today, we’ll learn about the hidden history and fight for Title IX enforcement and meet some of the passionate activists working to get girls the schools they deserve.

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