A newly uncovered training guide from the Sunrise Movement, a group associated with far-left activism, has sparked controversy by urging K-12 students to engage in regular disruptions and 'mass non-cooperation' aimed at provoking a political uprising in the United States. The 25-page guide, obtained by the organization Defending Education, frames this mobilization as a response to a government they refer to as a 'regime' that is heavily influenced by wealthy elites. The document encourages students to abandon classrooms and initiate boycotts as a demonstration of the power they wield, claiming that society cannot operate effectively without their active participation.

The guide emphasizes that achieving significant change will not happen instantly, urging participants not to settle for a return to the status quo. It states, 'We’re here to win a political revolution,' thus encouraging young people to take immediate action within their educational environments. One of the focal points in the document is opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which has been portrayed as a vital issue within the broader scope of social justice activism. Reports have indicated that this material is being disseminated among students across various states, notably Minnesota, raising concerns among parents and educational authorities.

Critics have voiced alarm at the potential impact of this guidebook, suggesting that its strategies could encourage divisive political behavior among youth in schools. As discussions about educational content and political activism among students become more pronounced, the publication of this training manual reflects a growing intersection of political movements and educational environments, prompting debate over the appropriateness of such materials in K-12 settings.