It's 2023, Why Are Schools Still Segregated?
Why Are Schools Still Segregated?
By: Alex Martinez
We are in the year 2023. So many advancements in technology, new ideas, and so many opportunities. However, we still have some of the same issues that have been lingering for way too long. One of the predominant issues is the segregation of our schools. Now you might be asking yourself, "how come we still have segregated schools I thought we got rid of segregation already". Well it is still a huge issue for a disappointing reason. Basically why we still have segregated schools is due to the segregation of neighborhoods. We have segregated neighborhoods due to the fact that way back when policy holders made it so that white neighborhoods stayed white and wealthy while minorities were designated certain places to live to keep them poor with low property value. So, since these neighborhoods are segregated when schools were built, even after schools were desegregated, the schools were built in different neighborhoods. This means that even though segregation in schools is now illegal, since schools were built in zones that have only white neighborhoods then only predominantly white students go there. Same goes for schools built in neighborhoods of only minorities. Since there is only minority students in the school zone then there are predominantly only those students to go to those schools. The video "The Disturbing History of the Suburbs by Adam Ruins Everything" goes into more detail about why this is and it also shines light onto why there is more funding and financial support for predominantly white school. This is because the property value and taxes are much higher in white neighborhoods that fuel the funding for the schools nearby. The opposite is true for minority neighborhoods. So this is the true fact that schools are still segregated and why they still are.
Hey Alex, great job on your blog post for this week. This was a tough question to study but absolutely necessary. Your blog was very informative and I appreciated the way that you used your references in your writing. I also really liked your graphic that was above your post. It was super relevant to the topic and overall very helpful for our visual viewers to understand the differences between marginalized groups of people? My question for you after reading your blog is, what could future teachers do to prepare for this tough situations in our schools. How can we be the ones to desegregate our classrooms despite our differences and struggles in society? I feel like preparing and educating ourselves on these issues are so important in taking the next step of walking into a classroom and being in charge of all students of different races, genders, and cultures.
ReplyDeleteHey Megan! Thank you for reading my blog. Thank you so much for your kind words about my blog post. I'm glad to hear that you found it informative and helpful. In response to your question, I believe that future teachers can prepare for the challenge of desegregating their classrooms by increasing their awareness and education on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This could involve taking courses on multicultural education and anti-bias training, seeking out professional development opportunities related to diversity and inclusion, and actively seeking out resources and information on the experiences of marginalized groups in education. It is also important to cultivate a classroom environment that values and respects all students, regardless of their background, and to actively work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable learning environment. Ultimately, it will take a concerted effort from educators, administrators, and the broader community to desegregate our classrooms and promote social justice in education.
DeleteHi Alex, thank you for sharing your thoughts on why schools are still segregated! You make a good point that this kind of thing should have been taken care of a long time ago. I feel like it is because it is an unconscious issue that we do not really think about that keeps it from being fixed. Even I did not really think about it until this module, but it is the sad truth. The history of our society is to blame which is why we must review it and work to fix its mistakes. We cannot simply pretend these problems are not there anymore just because legislation was passed for it and that is true for most social issues of today. Do you have any ideas on how we could go about fixing this problem. Again, thank you for sharing your blog. I enjoyed reading your take on it!
ReplyDeleteHi Bailey! Thank you for reading my blog this week. I completely agree that the issue of school segregation has deep roots in our history and requires a conscious effort to address. One way to begin addressing this issue is by increasing awareness and education on the topic, as you mentioned. It is also important to ensure that schools are adequately funded and resources are distributed equitably across all schools, regardless of their location or demographics. Additionally, policies should be implemented to encourage diversity in schools, such as promoting student transfers and creating magnet programs. Ultimately, ending school segregation will require a multi-faceted approach that addresses both the historical and current factors contributing to the problem. Thank you for your thoughtful response and for taking the time to engage with this important topic.
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ReplyDeleteUltimately, we all want to believe that segregation isn’t in our world anymore, but it was almost purposely planned this way with the way our neighborhoods were built around our schools. The white, established, wealthy families were in the higher-funded, better-quality schools but the minorities weren’t given an option and forced to stay where they could afford. Which, as we know, wasn’t much, which is why they were requesting the loans because they needed the extra help. Redlining was only detrimental to the minorities, just like the segregation that happened in the past. This is why our schools are still facing segregation because the benefits are solely based for rich, white, established families even though they don’t necessarily need the extra support. I believe if we offered more funds to our education system and were more willing to help those in need, we could accelerate the end segregation in our schools.
Hey Lindzie! Thank you for reading my blog. I completely agree with your assessment of the ongoing segregation in our schools and neighborhoods. It is important to address this issue and work towards a more equitable education system by providing more funds to schools in need and prioritizing the needs of marginalized communities. Ending segregation will require a concerted effort from policymakers, educators, and the community.
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