Pilots, Plans, & Promises: Is Desegregation Possible in New York Citys Schools?

Published: May 7, 2019, 7:59 p.m.

b'Focused on New York City\\u2019s 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.\\n\\nSpeakers:\\nMatthew Gonzales, Director, School Diversity Project, New York Appleseed \\nRichard D. Kahlenberg, Senior Fellow, The Century Foundation \\nBrad Lander, Member, New York City Council\\nEmmy Liss, Chief of Staff, Div. of Early Childhood Educ. & Student Enrollment, NYCDOE\\nDennis D. Parker, Director, Racial Justice Program, ACLU\\n\\nModerator: \\nClara Hemphill, Founder and Editor, InsideSchools'