School Integration

Education

To Ensure A More Diverse Classroom, This Mom Transferred Her Kids To A School With Fewer Resources

Claire McInerny

A large frame filled with 1,001 paper cranes hangs above the fireplace in Ali Takata’s living room. A Japanese and Hawaiian wedding tradition, people fold…
Education

Austin Failed At Desegregation Before. That History Influences Today's School Closure Decisions.

Claire McInerny

While many people in Austin are questioning why the Austin Independent School District is closing and consolidating schools, Roxanne Evans says she saw it…
Education

Parents Push Back Against Possible Boundary Changes As Austin ISD Works Out School Closure Plan

Claire McInerny

The cafeteria of Bedichek Middle School in Southwest Austin was chaotic as almost 100 parents fought for the attention of AISD administrative staff. Some…