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CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 15
Candidacy Paper Draft
Timothy R. Faust
College of Education
July 31, 2024
Running head: CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 1
Geographic Determinants of Educational Attainment: Examining the Academic Trajectories of Young Black Males in Chicago
Abstract
This research study focuses on how the geographical location within Chicago influences academic and life outcomes for young Black males. The study is informed by initial findings (Hackett et al., 2018) that suggest significant disparities based on locationNorth, South, and West sides of Chicago. This research integrates qualitative data from school principals from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) (North: Taft High School, Lakeview High School; South:
Corliss High School, Julian High School; West: Wells High School, Collins High School) aiming to explore systemic factors that contribute to these disparities.
Introduction
Historical Context and Systemic Issues
Historical Context
Chicago has long been recognized as one of the most racially segregated cities in the United States. This segregation is not a relic of the past but continues to profoundly shape the socio-economic and educational landscapes of the city. The historical roots of this segregation can be traced back to discriminatory practices such as redlining, restrictive covenants, and urban renewal policies that systematically marginalized Black communities. These practices have created enduring divides that influence the quality of education and life opportunities available to residents of different neighborhoods.
Systemic Issues: Prison-to-School Pipeline
A critical systemic issue impacting young Black males in Chicago is the prison-to-school pipeline. This phenomenon describes the alarming trend where students, particularly those from marginalized communities, are funneled out of public schools and into the juvenile and criminal justice systems. Contributing factors include zero-tolerance policies, inadequate educational resources, and a lack of supportive services within schools. These policies disproportionately affect Black students, exacerbating the challenges they face and perpetuating cycles of disadvantage.
Chicago Public Schools Black Student Success Initiative
In response to these longstanding issues, the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has implemented the Black Student Success Initiative. This initiative is part of a broader five-year plan aimed at improving educational outcomes for Black students across the district. The plan outlines strategies to address disparities in academic achievement, access to advanced coursework, and school discipline. It emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive teaching, increased access to mental health services, and enhanced family and community engagement. (Chicago Public Schools [CPS], n.d.)
Young Black males in Chicago encounter significant disparities in their education, including differential access to quality schooling and resources. These disparities are compounded by socioeconomic factors such as poverty and limited healthcare, which negatively affect their academic preparedness and success. These educational gaps are a direct result of long-standing policies and systemic biases that have historically marginalized Black communities, creating an environment that restricts their educational and socioeconomic advancement.
Problem Statement
Educational inequities in Chicago are stark, especially affecting young Black males who face a disproportionate challenge in impoverished neighborhoods. The city's educational system is influenced by deep-seated racial and economic segregation and presents a critical area of study to understand how location-specific variables, such as economic resources, school funding, and neighborhood safety, influence educational access and achievement. Such variables affect educational experiences (just as the social determinants of health affect peoples health) because they directly influence the quality of education students receive. Economic resources determine the level of funding available for schools, affecting the availability of educational materials, technology, extracurricular activities, resources, and qualified teaching staff. School funding is often tied to local property taxes, which contributes to disparities in resources between schools in affluent neighborhoods and those in economically disadvantaged areas. For example, schools like Taft and Lakeview on the North Side may receive more funding compared to schools like Corliss and Julian on the South Side, resulting…
SHORTENED TITLE IN ALL CAPS
CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 15
Candidacy Paper Draft
Timothy R. Faust
College of Education
July 31, 2024
Running head: CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 1
Geographic Determinants of Educational Attainment: Examining the Academic Trajectories of Young Black Males in Chicago
Abstract
This research study focuses on how the geographical location within Chicago influences academic and life outcomes for young Black males. The study is informed by initial findings (Hackett et al., 2018) that suggest significant disparities based on locationNorth, South, and West sides of Chicago. This research integrates qualitative data from school principals from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) (North: Taft High School, Lakeview High School; South:
Corliss High School, Julian High School; West: Wells High School, Collins High School) aiming to explore systemic factors that contribute to these disparities.
Introduction
Historical Context and Systemic Issues
Historical Context
Chicago has long been recognized as one of the most racially segregated cities in the United States. This segregation is not a relic of the past but continues to profoundly shape the socio-economic and educational landscapes of the city. The historical roots of this segregation can be traced back to discriminatory practices such as redlining, restrictive covenants, and urban renewal policies that systematically marginalized Black communities. These practices have created enduring divides that nfluence the quality of education and life opportunities available to residents of different neighborhoods.
Systemic Issues: Prison-to-School Pipeline
A critical systemic issue impacting young Black males in Chicago is the prison-to-school pipeline. This phenomenon describes the alarming trend where students, particularly those from marginalized communities, are funneled out of public schools and into the juvenile and criminal justice systems. Contributing factors include zero-tolerance policies, inadequate educational resources, and a lack of supportive services within schools. These policies disproportionately affect Black students, exacerbating the challenges they face and perpetuating cycles of disadvantage.
Chicago Public Schools Black Student Success Initiative
In response to these longstanding issues, the Chicago…
SHORTENED TITLE IN ALL CAPS
CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 15
Candidacy Paper Draft
Timothy R. Faust
College of Education
July 31, 2024
Running head: CANDIDACY PAPER DRAFT 1
Geographic Determinants of Educational Attainment: Examining the Academic Trajectories of Young Black Males in Chicago
Abstract
This research study focuses on how the geographical location within Chicago influences academic and life outcomes for young Black males. The study is informed by initial findings (Hackett et al., 2018) that suggest significant disparities based on locationNorth, South, and West sides of Chicago. This research integrates qualitative data from school principals from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) (North: Taft High School, Lakeview High School; South:
Corliss High School, Julian High School; West: Wells High School, Collins High School) aiming to explore systemic factors that contribute to these disparities.
Introduction
Historical Context and Systemic Issues
Historical Context
Chicago has long been recognized as one of the most racially segregated cities in the United States. This segregation is not a relic of the past but continues to profoundly shape the socio-economic and educational landscapes of the city. The historical roots of this segregation can be traced back to discriminatory practices such as redlining, restrictive covenants, and urban renewal policies that systematically marginalized Black communities. These practices have created enduring divides that influence the quality of education and life opportunities available to residents of different neighborhoods.
Systemic Issues: Prison-to-School Pipeline
A critical systemic issue impacting young Black males in Chicago is the prison-to-school pipeline. This phenomenon describes the alarming trend where students, particularly those from marginalized communities, are funneled out of public schools and into the juvenile and criminal justice systems. Contributing factors include zero-tolerance policies, inadequate educational resources, and a lack of supportive services within schools. These policies disproportionately affect Black students, exacerbating the challenges they face and perpetuating cycles of disadvantage.
Chicago Public Schools Black Student Success Initiative
In response to these longstanding issues, the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) has implemented the Black Student Success Initiative. This initiative is part of a b........ The plan outlines strategies to address disparities in academic achievement, access to advanced coursework, and school discipline. It emphasizes the importance of culturally responsive teaching, increased access to mental health services, and enhanced family and community engagement. (Chicago Public Schools [CPS], n.d.)
Young Black males in Chicago encounter significant disparities in their education, including differential access to quality schooling and resources. These disparities are compounded by socioeconomic factors such as poverty and limited healthcare, which negatively affect their academic preparedness and success. These educational gaps are a direct result of long-standing policies and systemic biases that have historically marginalized Black communities, creating an environment that restricts their educational and socioeconomic advancement.
Problem Statement
Educational inequities in Chicago are stark, especially affecting young Black males who face a disproportionate challenge in impoverished neighborhoods. The city's educational system is influenced by deep-seated racial and economic segregation and presents a critical area of study to understand how location-specific variables, such as economic resources, school funding, and neighborhood safety, influence educational access and achievement. Such variables affect educational experiences (just as the social determinants of health affect peoples health) because they directly influence the quality of education students receive. Economic resources determine the level of funding available for schools, affecting the availability of educational materials, technology, extracurricular activities, resources, and qualified teaching staff. School funding is often tied to local property taxes, which contributes to disparities in resources between schools in affluent neighborhoods and those in economically disadvantaged areas. For example, schools like Taft and Lakeview on the North Side may receive more funding compared to schools like Corliss and Julian on the South Side, resulting in unequal access to educational opportunities. Neighborhood safety is another factor, as students from high-crime areas may face challenges such as chronic absenteeism, stress, and limited after-school engagement, further widening the achievement gap. By examining these variables across specific schoolsTaft, Lakeview, Corliss, Julian, Wells, and Collins High Schoolswithin District 299, the study looks to see how systemic inequities manifest at the local level, and gain new perspective on how geographic distinctions contribute to educational disparities.
This study aims to delineate how Chicagos geographical distinctions impact the educational outcomes of its young Black male population. Communities tend to be geographically separated: each has its own distinctions; some are wealthier, some seen as being safer, some seen as being better or worse based on quality of life in that area, and so on. Even though city taxes, including property taxes, are collected and distributed by the city to fund various public services, including schools, the distribution of these funds is not always even across all schools within a district like CPS 299. The allocation of funds takes into account several factors, such as student enrollment, student needs, and program requirements. Schools with more students generally receive more funding. Schools with higher numbers of students requiring special education, English language learning, or other support services may receive additional funds. Schools offering specialized programs, such as STEM or arts programs, might receive extra funding to support these initiatives. Thus, the overall pool of city tax revenue is distributed to the district, but the specific amounts each school receives can vary based on these and other factors. By examining three primary regionsNorth, South, and West sidesthe research looks at geographic factors unique to schools in District 299 (North Taft High School and Lakeview High School, West Wells High Schools and Collins High School, and South Corliss High School and Julian High School.) and their impact on Black male students educational experiences. This focused investigation is essential for developing targeted educational strategies that address the needs of young Black males in differing urban settings.
To achieve that focused approach, however, there needs to be foundational understanding that can only be obtained through exploratory research. Using a qualitative research approach, this study seeks to gain that understanding into the lived experiences of students, teachers, and administrators in these schools. Through interviews, the research will search for themes that tell how geographic distinctions (funding inequities are just one aspect of these distinctionsenvironment, diversity, safety, etc. are others) manifest in daily educational practices and outcomes. The quali
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