France is currently experiencing unrest as high school students protest for improved educational conditions. Leading the movement is 19-year-old Ryad Rani, a Franco-Algerian and president of the Union syndicale lycéenne. Rani’s activism, however, has unfortunately made him the target of racist attacks. He is the son of a Franco-Algerian worker and has become a central figure in the student demonstrations. The protests signify growing discontent amongst students in France regarding their schooling experience. The article initially appeared on TSA, highlighting the evolving situation and Rani’s prominent role within it. This situation underscores the intersection of student activism and issues of racism within France.