Turning Point USA has been a controversial presence in many high schools across the United States, including at Heritage High School in Wake Forest, North Carolina. Its professed mission is to promote conservative values, but the way it operates often leads to division, discomfort, and a toxic environment. This is concerning for a space that should advocate inclusivity and a supportive atmosphere for all students.

Turning Point USA has been linked to spreading misinformation and using insensitive materials that can alienate and intimidate students who have differing political views. An educational institution should foster open dialogue and critical thinking without veering into partisanship or intimidation.

Schools are places for learning and personal growth, and introducing an organization like Turning Point USA risks turning our schools into zones of ideological warfare rather than unifying education environments.

We call upon the administrators and staff at Heritage High School and the Wake County Public School System to remove Turning Point USA from our school. By doing so, we protect the integrity of our educational environment and ensure that all students feel safe and respected, regardless of their personal beliefs.

Let us stand together to ensure our schools focus on the principles of education free from bias or division. Sign this petition to demand the removal of Turning Point USA from Heritage High School for the well-being of our students and the integrity of our learning environment.