The Hidden Truth: How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools

A Fine Line: How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools

by Tim DeRoche

4.1 out of 5

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Every parent wants what is best for their child, including a good education. But in the United States, where the quality of public schools can vary dramatically from one district to the next, many parents are left wondering how to give their children the best possible chance at success.

In her new book, "How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools," journalist and education expert Anya Kamenetz investigates the hidden factors that determine which students get access to the best schools. Kamenetz argues that the current system is deeply unfair and that it is failing our children.

Kamenetz begins by dispelling the myth that all public schools are created equal. In reality, there are huge disparities in funding, resources, and teacher quality between different school districts. These disparities are often driven by race and income, with children from wealthy white families having a much greater chance of attending a high-quality school than children from poor black and brown families.

Kamenetz also exposes the role that segregation plays in keeping kids out of the best schools. In many cities, school districts are gerrymandered to create racially segregated neighborhoods, which in turn leads to segregated schools. This means that even if a family can afford to move to a better school district, they may not be able to find a home in a neighborhood that is zoned for a good school.

The result of these disparities is a system of educational inequality that is deeply damaging to our children. Students who attend underfunded and understaffed schools are less likely to succeed in college and earn good jobs. They are also more likely to experience poverty and other social problems.

Kamenetz argues that we need to do more to ensure that all children have access to a quality education. She proposes a number of reforms, including:

* Increasing funding for public schools * Reducing segregation in schools * Expanding school choice options * Providing more support for teachers

These reforms are essential to creating a more just and equitable education system in the United States. Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their race, income, or zip code.

"How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools" is a powerful and important book that should be read by everyone who cares about the future of education in the United States. Kamenetz provides a clear-eyed look at the challenges facing our public schools and offers a number of practical solutions for reforming the system. This book is a must-read for parents, educators, and anyone concerned about the future of education in the United States.

A Fine Line: How Most American Kids Are Kept Out of the Best Public Schools

by Tim DeRoche

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	6820 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	280 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE