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School Safety for Black Students
Black Agenda Radio with Margaret Kimberley
05 May 2023

Black Agenda Radio · School Safety for Black Students

Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr.is an Executive-in-Residence for the School of Education at American University and a former superintendent of Alexandria, Virginia public schools. He joins us to discuss a recent study which found that law enforcement has a larger presence in Black and Latino schools than in white schools. How does an increase in law enforcement on Black campuses impact students? Dr. Hutchings discusses the best methods for promoting achievement and safety. 

public education
police in schools
school safety

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