President Trump made a major move this week, signing a series of executive orders aimed at reshaping how American schools approach education. One of the key initiatives? Pushing for what he calls “patriotic education” in classrooms.

One order specifically targets lessons on racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination. It would withhold funding from schools that teach the U.S. is “fundamentally racist, sexist, or otherwise discriminatory.” The goal? To eliminate discussions on topics like “white privilege” and “unconscious bias” and instead focus on fostering national pride.

Another order aims to crack down on what the administration calls antisemitic behavior on college campuses, particularly in connection to protests over the Gaza conflict. International students accused of violating these rules could face deportation.

But that’s not all. A third order paves the way for public funds to be used for private school vouchers, giving families the option to use taxpayer money for education outside the public school system.

These changes are part of Trump’s broader effort to steer the education system toward what he sees as more traditional values. Critics argue the orders could limit free speech and suppress important conversations about history and social issues.

Meanwhile, schools with any content deemed outside the administration’s guidelines risk losing federal funding, leaving many scrambling to review their curriculums.

What’s next for American education? It’s clear this is just the beginning of a larger debate over what should—and shouldn’t—be taught in classrooms.