Fearless Conversations - Racism in the U.S. Education System

From punitive discipline and achievement gaps to inequitable funding, institutional racism shows its face at every corner of the U.S. education system. How did it start? How is it impacting our students? What can we do about it? Join our panelists as they share facts and personal stories on the laws and policies designed to limit the educational opportunities for African Americans in the U.S., the influence of racism and negative perceptions of African American students in the classroom, and the activities our local school district is working on to ensure all students are provided equal opportunities. PANELISTS Dr. Sandra Miles, Vice President of Student Affairs and Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Dr. Edwidge Bryant, Associate Professor of Education and ESOL Coordinator Ms. Cynthia Williams, Senior Director for Innovation and Equity for St. Johns County School District Ms. Jacqueline Bryant, St. Augustine Resident Ms. Brianna Gracie, Flagler College student in the Education program