Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth (RJOY) has been at the forefront of implementing these practices in Oakland schools, demonstrating significant success in reducing suspensions and expulsions while increasing student GPAs.
Keonnis Taylor
Sam Davis Interview with Great School Voices
Great School Voices sits down with Sam Davis ahead of the November 5th election and his planned departure from the seat of OUSD School Board President. Davis, who decided not to run on November 5th, talks to Keonnis Taylor and Great School Voices about reflections on the challenges and solutions faced by the District, offering his suggestions…
SoBEO Interview with Dwayne Aikens, Jr.
State of Black Education Oakland (SoBEO) interviews Dwayne Aikens, Jr., District 3 school board candidate.
Interview with Dr. Micia Mosely Presented by Great School Voices
In this compelling interview, Dr. Micia Mosely discusses the evolution of the education system, emphasizing its shift towards a business-oriented model that prioritizes profit over equity. She sheds light on the challenges facing Black education in Oakland, where systemic oppression and gentrification have fragmented the community. Dr. Mosely highlights the impact of testing practices and the school-to-prison pipeline, while also recognizing pockets of hope within the educational landscape.
From The Black Teacher Project: Teacher Truth Perspectives 2024 and What Data Shows about the Black Teacher Experience
Great School Voices joined Black educators and other concerned community members from New York City, Chicago, Atlanta, St. Louis, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and, of course, from Northern and Southern California for a virtual forum, as The Black Female Project shined a light on the numbers and their voices.