At the beginning of the launch of “distance learning” for school children forced to stay at home because of the coronavirus pandemic, it was reported that 40% of Minneapolis Public School students did not have access to the devices needed to support a digital distance learning strategy.
Moreover, 64% of African American students reportedly did not have access to the computers/tablets needed to succeed.
Since the current efforts are yielding the current results, it is time for us to develop a community-based home education system that supports educators, parents, and students.
After the pandemic, these broadcasts will provide valuable tools for the family, friends, and neighbors who watch over 60% of African American children while their parents work.
This month, we will pilot mobile learning labs—tech buses—in North Minneapolis neighborhoods.
