Pennsylvania school board reinstates talk by ‘30 Rock’ actor after canceling over his ‘lifestyle’


by KIFI

KIFI— By Chelsea Bailey, CNN (CNN) — A school board in Pennsylvania reversed its unanimous decision to cancel a speech by former “30 Rock” actor and anti-bullying advocate Maulik Pancholy over concerns about his activism and “lifestyle.” The decision sparked a backlash from students, parents and community members who felt the board canceled Pancholy’s appearance because

The Washington Times—Maulik Pancholy speech back on at Pennsylvania school after cancellation over his 'lifestyle'. A gay actor’s speech that was canceled over his “lifestyle” is back on at a Pennsylvania school after residents spoke out.

Metro Weekly—School Board Reverses Maulik Pancholy Cancellation. A Pennsylvania school board reinstated an anti-bullying assembly where actor Maulik Pancholy plans to speak to middle school students.

Arkansas Times—Students convince Little Rock School Board to adopt new rules on who can ditch exams. Board members also voted to pursue grants for a new generation of magnet schools.