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The Student Press Law Center promotes, supports and defends the First Amendment and free press rights of student journalists and their advisers. Founded in 1974, the nonprofit, nonpartisan SPLC is based in Washington, D.C.
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Recent News
SPLC commends Florida principal for withstanding pressure, supporting yearbook students
Just a few days after a similar situation at a Missouri high school, the Lyman High School Greyhound yearbook in Florida withstood public public pressure to censor a spread.
SPLC commends Missouri school district for supporting yearbook students’ editorial independence
The Student Press Law Center commends the Kirkwood administration for their courage and dedication to empowering student voices!
SPLC commends PA principal for reversing censorship decision
The Student Press Law Center demands Conestoga High School reverse the recent censorship of its student newspaper, The Spoke.