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OPINION: When wealthy parents hold sway in public schools

The Hechinger Report

In 1932, Willard Waller’s classic work on the sociology of teaching pronounced parents and educators to be “natural enemies”: Parents are concerned for their own children, while educators look to the success of all students. They should also model thoughtful civic engagement that considers collective, rather than simply individual, benefits.

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Youth aren’t props — they need an actual seat at the policy table

The Hechinger Report

Paddling is clearly an adult-centric practice that’s rooted in sociological and religious values. In 2015, NYC Service , a city agency focused on increasing volunteerism and civic engagement, announced the goal of engaging 30,000 youth ages 14-21 on new youth leadership councils working in policy and practice or service by 2020.”

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Reporter’s Notebook: Why are campus political groups so hard to track down?

The Hechinger Report

For politically oriented students, such campus organizations can be crucial parts of their college experience, said Amy Binder, a professor of sociology at Johns Hopkins University’s SNF Agora Institute, which is dedicated to furthering civic engagement and informed dialogue.

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