05/05/2026
Multiple ways to show your support for Morton West art student Mariana Ramirez, whose artwork on immigration enforcement and women's healthcare rights was censored by administration!
🚨 SUPPORT MORTON WEST ART STUDENT!🚨
ICYMI: Morton West school officials removed two works of art by senior Mariana Ramirez from this year's Spring Art Exhibition — after they had already been on display for a month. Administration labeled the pieces "politically charged," "pushing an agenda," and "too violent." Mariana's art depicted immigration enforcement and reproductive rights: two issues that cut to the heart of students at Morton, in a community where hundreds of neighbors have been torn from their families.
Mariana's work is bold, honest, and necessary. Removing it was an attack on a student's First Amendment rights — and it is part of a nationwide escalation of censorship in public schools.
It's worth noting that Morton's top administrators are known conservatives — including Superintendent Kuzniewski, school board president Jeff Pesek, and board member Sandra Tomschin. This is not the first time their leadership has suppressed student access to vital information. Last year, a school resource officer threatened volunteers distributing Know Your Rights flyers at Morton West dismissal — even as the school itself offered students no such resources.
The pattern is clear. And the community is watching. Show your support!
SUPPORT MARIANA! ✊🏾
🚨 Speak out at the Morton District School Board meeting Wednesday, 5/13, at Morton West Freshman Academy, 2400 Home in Berwyn. The meeting always starts with a closed session at 5pm and then opens up to the regular meeting.
🚨 Attend Mariana's art show pop-up on 5/16!
🚨 Read & share Mariana's story and leave a comment of support here: tinyurl.com/supportmariana
