American Graduate: Race, Poverty And The Changing Face Of Schools

KERA News

About The Series

Public schools in North Texas have experienced several demographic shifts over the past half-century. From integration and white flight to immigration and charter schools, the educational landscape has been reshaped.

In "Race, Poverty and The Changing Face of Schools," KERA digs deeply into four North Texas high schools to explore how the economy and changing demographics are affecting students’ path to graduation.

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The Series

• Infographic
  Explore 20 Years Of Changing Schools In 5 Charts
• Introduction
  A Primer On Four North Texas High Schools
• Kimball
  Over 50 Years, Kimball Transforms Again And Again
• Kimball
  Tourism Program Restores Kimball’s Pride After Years Of Low Ratings
• Duncanville
  Duncanville’s Buoy In A Sea Of Change: A Victorious Basketball Team
• Liberty
  From Its Prayer Room To Podcasts, Liberty High Shatters Stereotypes
• Frisco
  As Diverse Students Fill Frisco Schools, Learning Gaps Are A Challenge
• Duncanville
  This Student Gets Through Tough Times Thanks To Her Softball Team