Tyson Amir, a San Jose educator and author, emphasizes the urgent need for systemic change in California's education system, particularly regarding the treatment of Black students. A recent ACLU report highlighted California as one of the most segregated states for Black students, noting a 47% enrollment decrease since 2003. In response, Amir worked with educators to establish guidelines for handling racism in schools. He insists that teachers must act against observed racism, viewing it as a form of abuse. Although incremental changes are possible through student engagement, Amir believes adults must lead the charge for lasting reform.
California is the third most segregated state for Black students. Enrollment for Black students in CA decreased by 47% from 2003 to 2023.
Teachers are mandated reporters; racism that students encounter is technically abuse. Don't allow these children to be harmed; that's your job as an educator.
Real solutions will have to come from adults if we want to see change in the education system and the experiences of Black students.
Just because you put something on paper doesn't mean it's going to solve the problems that it's designed to address.
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