Attorney General Alan Wilson has released the 2025–2026 Parental Rights Guide, which provides parents with information on federal, state, and local laws relevant to their rights. The guide’s release comes after a recent federal court decision permitted bathroom access for a transgender student, which the Attorney General’s office says violates South Carolina law. The office is currently reviewing its options for appealing the ruling to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Additionally, there was an incident involving an elementary school teacher in Dorchester County who was placed on administrative leave after posting violent art on social media. These events have occurred just as the new school year begins and highlight ongoing issues in schools.
Attorney General Wilson stated: “Attorney General Wilson is fully committed to using the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office to lead the fight to protect children and parental rights. Parents are key partners in this fight and will always be the last and best line of defense for their children. To further this partnership, Attorney General Wilson is encouraging parents, students, teachers, and school administrators to remember several key parental rights under South Carolina law and federal law as the school year progresses.”
