Yohuru Williams - Preserving Public Education

The speaker discusses their passion for public education, influenced by their upbringing in Bridgeport, CT, and their parents' roles as educators. They emphasize the state's responsibility to invest in education and the impact of Jesuit values on their work. The speaker advocates for equal access to quality education, proper school funding, and the importance of public schools over charter schools. They highlight their involvement with organizations committed to educational equality and social justice.

What influenced the speaker's passion for public education?

• Growing up in a wealthy area

• Their parents' careers in education

• Attending a private school

• A dislike for public education

How did Jesuit values impact the speaker's perspective?

• They encouraged a focus on personal success

• They promoted the idea of charter schools

• They emphasized the importance of social justice

• They discouraged involvement in public education

What does the speaker believe about charter schools?

• They offer better opportunities for special education students

• They should not be privileged over public schools

• They are the best option for all students

• They should be prioritized over public schools

What is one of the speaker's goals for public education?

• To increase the number of private schools

• To eliminate special education programs

• To ensure equal opportunities for all students

• To reduce funding for teachers

Which organizations is the speaker involved with?

• Special Education Support Group and Teacher Funding Initiative

• Jesuit Education Society and Public School Alliance

• Private School Advocates and Charter School Network

• Network for Public Education and Badass Teachers Association