Ryan Walters Immigration Rule Sparks Debate in Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has introduced a rule requiring parents to disclose their immigration status when enrolling their children in public schools. While Walters argues that this initiative improves data collection and resource distribution, civil rights groups and concerned citizens have strongly opposed it. The debate highlights key issues regarding immigration policy, education access, and students' rights in Oklahoma. Who is Ryan Walters? Born on May 23, 1985, in McAlester, Oklahoma, Ryan Walters serves as the Oklahoma State Superintendent of Public Instruction. Assuming office in January 2023, he previously held the role of Oklahoma Secretary of Education. Walters, a former high school history teacher and a finalist for Oklahoma Teacher of the Year in 2016, has consistently advocated conservative education policies. His initiatives focus on parental rights, opposing critical race theory, and promoting traditional and religious values in schools. Details o...