Shaker Heights, a Model for Racial Integration in Schools

This podcast episode explores the case of Shaker Heights, a small town in Ohio, as a model for tackling the racial academic achievement gap in American schools. The episode highlights how Shaker Heights successfully embraced racial integration both in housing and schools, in contrast to the resistance and riots seen in other parts of the country. The episode discusses the challenges faced by Shaker Heights, including disparities in academic outcomes between white and black students, and the ongoing efforts to close the achievement gap. It touches on strategies such as detracking and project-based learning that Shaker Heights is implementing to address the disparities and create a more inclusive and equitable education system. Overall, the episode offers valuable insights and lessons for communities and schools striving for racial equity in education.