Episode 111: Equity & Excellence in Urban Education

Featuring Licensed Educator in North Carolina, she has a B.A. in Early Childhood Development, a Masters in Urban Education, a Graduate Certificate in Anti-Racism & Urban Education; Kimberly Perez.

(2:04) We have a conversation about how local school districts have an effect on the real estate market. Kim touches on how low income families whose children attend lower performing schools are being affected the most by the changes in the real estate market. (12:21) Following that discussion, we have a conversation about modern day segregation. Kim gives us insight into how segregation has evolved from the 1960s to modern day society. (22:16) During the final segment, we discuss restorative justice. Kim talks us through her restorative justice study with local teachers and the results achieved through the study.