January Update: New report! Do parents really want school integration?
New report! Do parents really want school integration?
Do parents really want school integration? The short answer is yes.
Our research suggests that the vast majority of parents across political affiliation, race, class, and geographic region strongly favor schools that are racially and economically integrated.
But unfortunately, this doesn’t translate into action. In districts where parents actually have a choice, schools tend to become more segregated, not less.
As parents, neighbors, and community members, we have a fundamental moral responsibility to desegregate our schools.
Read our new report and learn what you can do →
Video: Eric Torres Introduces Our New Report
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Resource: 3 Tips for Choosing an Integrated School
Here are three things parents can do:
Go beyond test scores.
Check your assumptions and reflect on your biases.
Make the best choice for your child, but consider other children in your community.