Overview
- Superintendent Michael Testani said many families indicated they would keep children home if the event proceeded.
- The district described the decision as a postponement with plans to reschedule after sharing concerns with federal officials.
- The planned stop was part of the U.S. Education Department’s History Rocks! tour tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary and scheduled to visit all 50 states.
- Education Department press secretary Savannah Newhouse defended the program as nonpartisan civic education and rejected claims of indoctrination.
- Coverage highlighted McMahon’s high-profile political ties and noted reports of opposition at another tour stop in New Jersey.