On this Episode of the DJ'z and Daughterz Podcast, I interviewed Dr. Charles Bell who is currently a Criminal Justice Professor at Illinois State University. Dr. Bell is a published author whose latest book titled Suspended: Punishment, Violence, and the Failure of School Safety is providing an unorthodox perspective on school suspensions. The book provides an in depth analysis on just how harmful/counterproductive it can be suspending our students from school as a disciplinary measure. According to Dr. Bell's research, on average Black students in American schools are....
15%
of the K-12 school-age population
38%
of the students who received at least one out-of-school suspension
6X
more likely to receive a school suspension than white girls
4X
more likely to receive a school suspension than white boys
With these statistics, just HOW do we choose the right school for our kidz? Tune in as we have a serious and in depth conversation about it.
Follow the link below to purchase your copy of the book Suspended: Punishment, Violence, and the Failure of School Safety. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1421442469?fbclid=IwAR3YO1waJbpJM8o8PFMp3C8DXp7By8QW4BIAOKxdMPrLlLJEITFNkvq0L3A