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Kitsap Student Receives Scholarship for Work against Censorship (04/18/2002)
SEATTLE--Jessica Beckett, a senior at North Kitsap High School in Poulsbo, has been selected to receive a Youth Activist Scholarship Award in recognition of her work for civil liberties. The $4,000 college scholarship is one of nine awarded by the American Civil Liberties Union to high school students around the nation. 

ACLU Announces 2002 Youth Activism College Scholarship Recipients (04/15/2002)
NEW YORK -- The American Civil Liberties Union today announced the names of nine high school seniors selected to receive $4,000 college scholarships in recognition of their activist work in civil liberties. 

Court Allows CA Schools Lawsuit to Proceed as a Class Action, Making Case Largest Education Lawsuit (10/02/2001)
LOS ANGELES --A California Supreme Court has granted the motion for class certification in an education rights lawsuit, allowing thousands of California public school students to be represented in the action against the state of California, the American Civil Liberties Union said today.

The 2001 Supreme Court Term: A Preview Statement of Steven R. Shapiro, ACLU National Legal Director (09/26/2001)
WASHINGTON--After a summer in which many had predicted at least one retirement, the Supreme Court returns this fall with its membership intact and a series of familiar issues on its docket, including affirmative action, the death penalty and speech on the Internet. 

High Court to Rule on Ohio School Voucher Scheme; ACLU Says Decision Will Have Nationwide Impact (09/25/2001)
NEW YORK - The American Civil Liberties Union today said that the Supreme Court's decision to rule on the constitutionality of voucher schemes presents the Justices with one of the most vexing social issues confronting the nation. 

ACLU of Idaho Launches Student "Pocket Card" Project to Prevent School Harassment (08/29/2001)
BOISE, ID - Today the American Civil Liberties Union of Idaho launched the Student Pocket Card Project to inform students of their right to attend schools free from harassment and discrimination. 

ACLU Announces 2001 Youth Activism College Scholarship Recipients (05/23/2001)
NEW YORK, NY--The American Civil Liberties Union today proudly announced the twelve high school seniors selected to receive a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of their outstanding contributions in defense of civil liberties. 

Martinez, California High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
SAN FRANCISCO - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California today announced that Gabriel Martinez of Alhambra High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. a educate minors about civil rights by planning youth rights conferences and investigative field trips for young activists.

Los Angeles High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
LOS ANGELES - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California today announced that Tamika McDonald of Manual Arts High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. ston, Executive Director of the ACLU of Southern California. "We are inspired by and proud of Tamika McDonald's energy, contributions and commitment to take on the struggle of defending civil liberties. Her commitment gives us faith that today's young people are dedicated to defending civil liberties and civil rights."

New York High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NEW YORK - - The American Civil Liberties Union of New York today announced that Geny Cabral of Central Park East Secondary School in Manhattan is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. e -- Geny, has grown into a dedicated activist for civil liberties, reproductive health care and the rights of minors. Since Geny joined THI three years ago, she has become an outspoken ambassador on civil rights issues, traveling to other countries to share and learn about activism.

Naperville, Illinois High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
CHICAGO - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois today announced that David Lau of Naperville North High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. inois. ""His energy, his intelligence and his keen understanding of the interests and concerns of students in the Chicago area was of great assistance to us. We wish him well.""

Holly, Michigan High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
DETROIT - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan today announced that Alec Gibbs of Fenton Senior High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. high school student working to ensure that we keep the rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution."

Tecumseh, Oklahoma High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
OKLAHOMA CITY - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Oklahoma today announced that Lindsay Earls of Tecumseh High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. hallenge to Tecumseh's unconstitutional drug-testing policy, Ms. Earls withstood blatant hostility and humiliation in her small, highly conservative rural community simply for standing up for what she believed.

Fair Haven, New Jersey High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NEWARK, NJ - - The American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey today announced that Annie Preziosi of Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. tice and equality,"" said Deborah Jacobs, Executive Director of the ACLU of New Jersey. ""She has proven herself to be a true believer who seeks to educate, when appropriate, and is willing to fight, when needed, to preserve liberty for all.""

Franklin, Tennessee High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
NASHVILLE - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Tennessee today announced that Jonathan Eli Arnold of Page High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. of Tennessee. "He has been a wonderful asset, and we are confident he will bring to the community at large the enthusiasm for civil liberties that he has displayed here volunteering with us."

Louisville, Kentucky High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
LOUISVILLE, KY - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Kentucky today announced that Jamie Snow of Ballard High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. Kentucky. "As a young leader, Jamie is already shaping the future of Kentucky, and we are honored that we can play a part in helping her continue her education."

Miami High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
MIAMI - - The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida today announced that Daniel Palugyai of Palmetto High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. threat of disciplinary action, shows that he is truly a committed civil libertarian devoted to fighting for the rights of his peers," said Howard L. Simon, Executive Director of the ACLU of Florida. "We're extremely proud of him."

Durham, North Carolina High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
RALEIGH, NC - - The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina today announced that Amiris Brown of Jordan High School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of her exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. borah Ross, Executive Director of the ACLU of North Carolina. "She is an excellent example of non-traditional youth leadership."

Readfield, Maine High School Senior is Among 12 Winners of ACLU College Scholarship for Youth Activism (05/23/2001)
PORTLAND, ME - - The Maine Civil Liberties Union today announced that Eric Webster of Maranacook Community School is one of 12 seniors nationwide to be awarded a $4,000 college scholarship in recognition of his exceptional contributions to the struggle to defend civil liberties. ble place," said Sally Sutton, Executive Director of the Maine Civil Liberties Union. "We are very pleased that Eric's diversity work has been recognized by the ACLU."

In Class-Action Lawsuit, NYCLU Seeks to Compel State Remedies for "Failing Schools" (03/28/2001)
NEW YORK--In a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of children in 150 schools around the state, the New York Civil Liberties Union today charged officials with failing to provide all students with "a sound basic education," as mandated by the state constitution.