As part of the PBS Race Matters series, we get to hear from students and parents in a Virginia town that is a prime example of the discord surrounding the supposed teaching of Critical Race Theory.
Journal Prompts
Critical Race Theory isn’t taught in the K-12 setting; however, its principles may be used to explain and contextualize history for students. Is the lens of Critical Race Theory utilized in your classroom, school, or district? If so, what has been the response from students, colleagues, and the community?
Parents on opposing sides of the CRT issue shared their thoughts. Did you hear anything that you agreed with in their arguments? That you disagreed with? What fallacies do you detect that if exposed could help the two sides come together?