David C. Banks is the 31st Chancellor of New York City Schools, overseeing the nation’s largest and most diverse school system, which educates over one million students each year. He helped establish The Bronx School for Law, Government, and Justice. As a product of the New York public school system himself, Banks discusses his personal calling to lead the system and how he responds to the needs of the community.
In this episode, Chancellor Banks and A.R. Bernard examine the challenges and triumphs within the New York City public school system. They also address national issues such as safety, antisemitism, Islamophobia, and fostering deeper connections between schools and their communities. Banks highlights the national reading crisis and his NYC Reads initiative. The two delve into Banks' primary focus: discouraging and combating hate across campuses through his Project Pivot program. Additionally, they explore the historic significance of immigration and the "browning of America."
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