PCS Workshop: Social Justice Forum Discussion: Assimilation and our Educational System

The post-World War II era provided many opportunities for assimilation, particularly in the suburbs and on college campuses.  Assimilation has been a force that shaped the United States even after periods of dissent and marked policy changes meant to eliminate racial and socio-economic disparities (i.e. Reconstruction, Brown v. Board of Education).  Assimilation became connected to More …

Social Justice Forum Panel Discussion “Our Public Schools: Challenging Obstructions to Educational Excellence”

Systemic racism, sexism, income and gender inequality are among social constructs that impact the creation of a sound foundation for our educational system-a foundation that promotes learning, critical thinking and opportunities to all students.  Administrators, educators, school related personnel and families confront these obstructions to educational excellence at every educational level.  Our panel will describe More …