Karl Alexander - The Thurgood Marshall Alliance

The video discusses a school improvement initiative in Baltimore City aimed at increasing diversity in local schools. It highlights the challenges of population decline and the potential benefits of diverse schools for both poor and middle-class children. The Thurgood Marshall Alliance is introduced as a key player in promoting school desegregation and integration, with the goal of building stronger communities and schools.

What is the primary goal of the school improvement initiative in Baltimore City?

• To increase the number of schools

• To reduce school fees

• To improve school infrastructure

• To enhance diversity in local schools

Why have many families been leaving Baltimore City over the past 40 years?

• Due to high crime rates

• Because of poor weather conditions

• Concerns about the quality of education

• Lack of job opportunities

How can diverse enrollments in schools benefit middle-class children?

• By providing more sports opportunities

• By making them more empathetic and comfortable with different backgrounds

• By offering advanced academic programs

• By reducing their tuition fees

What inspired the name of the Thurgood Marshall Alliance?

• A local community leader

• A famous educator

• Chief Justice Marshall's work on school desegregation

• A historical event in Baltimore

What is the potential impact of the Thurgood Marshall Alliance on Baltimore City?

• It will increase school fees

• It will build stronger communities and schools

• It will reduce the number of schools

• It will create segregated communities