THINC Foundation

Their minds are open.

Let’s keep it that way.

Who We Are

Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed that one day his children would live in a country “where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”

At THINC Foundation, we are committed to advancing a unifying,  approach to K-12 education, one that emphasizes mutual respect, shared values, and the equal dignity of every student. We believe schools should foster open inquiry, encourage civil dialogue, and equip students to think independently and engage constructively with differing perspectives.

We advocate for greater transparency so that parents and communities can better understand what is being taught in schools.  We support an educational environment where students learn with open minds, grow into responsible citizens, and develop the ability to think for themselves.

As part of this effort, THINC is developing a civil dialogue-centered curriculum for ethnic studies, designed to ground students in shared democratic principles and thoughtful engagement with American history while they discuss and debate complex issues respectfully.

At the same time, we raise awareness about radical ideological frameworks – sometimes, but not always, going by the name “liberated” ethnic studies – that explicitly undermine open-mindedness and the free exchange of ideas. THINC offers a positive alternative grounded in shared humanity, intellectual curiosity, and respect for all.

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Transparency

Parents and the broader public have the right to know what their children are learning in K-12 public schools.

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Honesty

All elements of public education should be open and accessible, especially to parents.

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Integrity

Education should be rooted in trustworthiness, fostering a safe and supportive environment for students.

Related News

California schools should opt for inclusive ethnic studies

By Bill Honig | Ed Source
Inclusive ethnic studies programs that adopt these principles inspire all students to embrace their own and others’ cultures, develop their individual potential, appreciate our common humanity and continue the important work of advancing America’s quest for a more perfect union.

Beware the Spread of 'Liberated' Ethnic Studies in California – and Beyond

By Mike Zhao | RealClearEducation
Those of us who have suffered the unspeakable horrors of Marxist ideology tend to develop a keen sense of danger that stems from our understanding of the far Left. The rhetoric of “class struggle,” “critical consciousness,” demonization of the bourgeoisie (or, in today’s parlance, “the privileged”), and Manichean notions of the oppressed versus the oppressors arouses traumatic memories.

Asian American history can be scarce in schools. States are trying to change that.

By Troy Aidan Sambajon | The Christian Science Monitor
What should students in the United States learn about Asian and Asian American culture and history? With hate crimes on the rise, more states are turning to classroom lessons to help foster tolerance and understanding.

The Kindergarten Intifada

By Abigail Shrier | The Free Press
There is a well-coordinated, national effort between teachers, activist organizations, and administrators to indoctrinate American children against Israel.

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