Pilots, Plans, & Promises: Is Desegregation Possible in New York City’s Schools?

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Focused on New York City’s schools grades K-8, panelists on November 8, 2018 discussed the history of school segregation and integration efforts; diversity pilots and plans; school admission screens, G&T programs, and their potential for desegregation; accountability, legal constraints, and best practices. Whether you are an education advocate, parent, practitioner, public official, student, or concerned citizen, this exciting and thought-provoking conversation is packed with information you will want to know.

Speakers:
Matthew Gonzales, Director, School Diversity Project, New York Appleseed
Richard D. Kahlenberg, Senior Fellow, The Century Foundation
Brad Lander, Member, New York City Council
Emmy Liss, Chief of Staff, Div. of Early Childhood Educ. & Student Enrollment, NYCDOE
Dennis D. Parker, Director, Racial Justice Program, ACLU

Moderator:
Clara Hemphill, Founder and Editor, InsideSchools