Equality in School

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This paper explains that, because public school education was envisioned by the Founding Fathers as a way to teach good citizenship and the responsibilities of living in a democracy, the schools are the natural place for children to learn about equality, which is particularly loved as an American value. The author points out that, in school, children are exposed to oppressive behavior, such as racist, sexist, religious and ethnic jokes and rude or obnoxious comments about people from other cultures. The paper stresses that the most important thing the school can do is try to establish positive relationships with minority parents, who often do not feel comfortable to come to the school and get involved in their children's education.

From the Paper:

"In "10 Quick Ways to Analyze Children's Books for Racism and Sexism", an article published by the Council on Interracial Books for Children, some good ideas are presented for examining children's literature. The article suggests that students in school should be taught how to spot racism and sexism in literature so that they become aware of what it is and can defend themselves against it. At a young age children can be taught what stereotypes are, how to recognize them, and debunk them. In addition, a committee of teachers should be formed to inspect all the textbooks in use and make notes on them that will affect future ordering."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Finders, M. and Lewis, C. (1994). Why some parents don't come to school. Educational Leadership, May, 50-54.
• McClintock, M. (1990). How to interrupt oppressive behavior. Camping Magazine, Nov-Dec, 32-34.
• 10 Quick ways to analyze children's books for racism and sexism (No date). Pamphlet issued by the Council on Interracial Books for Children, 1841 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10023, 1-5.

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