Sarah Carr

Sarah Carr, a journalist and author known for her work on education, discusses her book, Hope Against Hope. She shares insights about three charter schools in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, diving into the challenges and successes of educational reform. Carr highlights socio-economic factors that impact student experiences, the mixed results of reforms, and the necessity of trust between educators and students. She emphasizes the importance of holistic support for students and critiques the reliance on programs without addressing deeper issues.