Emily Penner

Emily Penner, an education researcher and co-author of 'Schooled and Sorted', explores how schools act as sorting machines contributing to social inequality. She discusses categorization in education and its lasting impact on student motivation and future opportunities. The conversation dives into Portland's Access Academy and the resource disparities it creates. Parents advocate against segregation in schools, pushing for a dialogue about privilege and solidarity in public education. Insightful recommendations for reshaping school categories are also shared.