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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…
The Oakland Education Week in Review
Oct 28, 2024 – Nov 03, 2024 It’s time for the Oakland Ed Week in Review! We’re back with our roundup of education news from around The Town, the Bay Area, state, and nation for your weekend reading. This is a Dirk favorite and one of the last blogs he published for Great School Voices. …
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.