EdGems with Educator Barnes: Black in the Suburbs: A Parent’s Perspective

The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper will host the virtual education series “Black in the Suburbs: A Parent’s Perspective” live at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26 on Facebook.com/IndyRecorder. Moderator will be Shawnta S. Barnes. Topics of discussion will be: Why did you choose a suburban school for your Black children? What difficulties have your children faced, and how […] The post EdGems with Educator Barnes: Black in the Suburbs: A Parent’s Perspective appeared first on Indianapolis Recorder.

EdGems with Educator Barnes: Black in the Suburbs: A Parent’s Perspective

The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper will host the virtual education series “Black in the Suburbs: A Parent’s Perspective” live at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26 on Facebook.com/IndyRecorder.

Moderator will be Shawnta S. Barnes.

Topics of discussion will be:

  • Why did you choose a suburban school for your Black children?
  • What difficulties have your children faced, and how did you support them?
  • What are some positive experiences your children have had?
  • How do you respond to white parents who may not agree with your viewpoints?
  • What recommendations do you have for other Black parents considering suburban schools?

Guests:

  • Zandria Conyers, parent, Carmel Clay Schools
  • Tamara McClure, parent, Brownsburg Community Schools
  • Alice Stockton, parent, Hamilton Southeastern Schools

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