A very New Zealand education: Deny, deflect, defend
“The racial complexity of our schools has increased, and the need to actively manage race, culture and ethnicity issues has become more critical than ever.” — Ara Alam-Simmons.
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Tag: racism in schools
Poly Girls Should Take Up Space
“Beneath the frequent microaggressions and low expectations is the undeniable disconnect between the Poly students and the rest of the school. Leaving us constantly feeling isolated, put down, and out of place.” — Sabina Misa.
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Stood down from life
“Many of the ‘truant’ or simply AWOL students have been stood down, either legally or illegally, for not much more than ‘defiance’ or vaping, or some other teenage-y manifestation, and have decided not to go back.” — Shelley Burne-Field.
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