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The court cases that changed education: Tinker v. Des Moines

On today's show...

A federal proposal would reclassify marijuana as a Schedule III drug. Attorney General Marty Jackley explains his opposition to this proposal.

Teacher Talk looks at how decisions in the courtroom impact the classroom. Gina Benz and Jackie Wilber explore the legal implications of Tinker vs. Des Moines.

The case centered on students, black armbands and free speech.

We also meet Lucy and Bill Cooper and learn about the photo and story they uncovered.

Plus, SDPB's Jackie Hendry has been crisscrossing the state gathering stories for the next season of South Dakota Focus. She shares a few stories from the road.

Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of In the Moment.
Ari Jungemann is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.