A 'Bad' School
What makes a school bad? And who is really to blame? A six part series from the Louisville Courier Journal on a school integration plan gone awry.
Episodes
There's a shakeup at Iroquois' culinary program, which has caused senior Zyrann Hibbitt to reconsider his future plans. And on graduation day, he doesn't seem to be his usual self.
Meanwhile, Jefferson County Public Schools is on the brink of making history.
Will a new student assignment plan make a difference for "bad" schools like Iroquois?
Is Louisville ready — and willing — to change the way it treats its "bad" schools?
At the school year's end, an unexpected loss hits Iroquois High School.
Note: This episode includes profanity and descriptions of violent acts. It may not be suitable for younger listeners.
Inside duPont Manual High School, things are far from perfect.
Note: This episode involves discussions about mental health, including suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a certified listener, call 1-800-273-8255. The Crisis Text Line is also available for emotional crisis support. To speak with a trained listener, te...
Gun violence was already a problem for Iroquois. Then, the pandemic hit.
Note: This episode involves discussions about mental health, including suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a certified listener, call 1-800-273-8255. The Crisis Text Line is also available for emotional crisis support. To speak with a trained li...
In 1970s Louisville, school integration was working. That was the problem.
For every "bad" school, there's a "good" one.
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