Black Issues Forum  School to Prison Pipeline Pt1

School suspension lands too many African American kids on a track to prison. Find out how. Details

 

Program: Black Issues Forum

Episode: School to Prison Pipeline Pt1

Only two other states in our nation have higher suspension rates than North Carolina, and some say it's one of the biggest contributors to the School to Prison Pipeline. A former teacher, law enforcement officer, and parent share their observations on how this pipeline is created and why so many African American children are funneled into it.

Duration: (26:47)
Premiere Date: 01/06/2013
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: NR
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