After Rahm Emanuel announced a wave of school closures in 2013, Chicagoans took to the streets in protest. But before we can understand whether the closings are racist, we must understand what racism is.
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‘What’s it like to be black in this system?’: life in a Chicago high school | The Guardian
For his captivating new documentary series, film-maker Steve James spent a year with students at Oak Park River Forest high
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Chicago Beyond Increases Opportunities for Youth Programs
When you feed a child’s mind, you feed their curiosity for limitless opportunities. Former principal and educator Liz Dozier understands this clearly as she’s tackled the challenges of the Chicago Public School system and helped high school students meet their academic goals.
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