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A Message from Superintendent Dr. Robert Shaps

Updated: October 2, 2025

Update on Federal Lawsuit NEA et al v Formella

Dear Oyster River Families,
  
On August 7, 2025, the ORCSD School Board and I wrote to let you know that the school board and administration had decided to join a federal lawsuit, NEA et al v Formella, challenging the New Hampshire State Government’s authority (HB 2) to expand statutory restrictions on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) contradicting our legal responsibilities under the Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Title I, and Title IX.
 
Earlier today, Chief Judge Landya B. McCafferty issued a preliminary injunction blocking the law based on our likelihood of succeeding in arguing that this latest round of anti-DEI laws is unconstitutional.
 
This decision represents an important victory for New Hampshire students and their families. Judge McCafferty’s ruling reaffirms the state’s constitutional responsibility to provide adequate school funding without conditions. Schools should be a place where educators and students can exchange ideas and share diverse viewpoints and perspectives as part of the learning experience.
 
We will closely monitor the legal proceedings and inform you if additional information becomes available.

Respectfully,
  
Dr. Robert Shaps
Superintendent of Schools

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