Integration
This term describes bringing students of different backgrounds into the same school
What is Integration
New resources in schools often benefit this group the most
Who are white or more affluent families
This language program is often prioritized in schools
What is French
According to the podcast, this group has the biggest influence on schools
Who are White parents
This word is often used positively, but can hide inequality
What is diversity
Even without laws, this system can still lead to unequal integration.
What is school choice
This is what integration can hide when people only focus on diversity
What are power imbalances
These languages are often less valued in schools
What are Spanish or Arabic
This factor shapes schools even more than policy
What is parental involvement
"Nice" intentions don't always lead to this
What is fairness or equality
Integration can still be unequal because of this difference among groups
What is unequal power or influence
Even in integrated schools, not all students revieve this equally
What are resources or opportunities
Prioritizing certain languages shows this
What is a cultural value hierarchy
What is power or influence
This happens when one group's culture becomes dominant in a shared space
What is cultural dominance
Integration does not automtically mean this outcome
What is equality
This can happen when one group controls how new resources are used
What is unequal benefit or unfair distribution
Choosing programs like French over Spanish can reflect this kind of bias
What is cultural bias
This gives some parents more say in school decisions
What is fundraising
This is the gap between groups in access to resources and opportunities
What is inequality
This happens when families choose schools based on preference, shaping integration patterns
What is school choice behavior (or parent choice)
Even in integration schools, this group's needs are often centered on decision-making
Who are white or more affluent students/families
When one culture is treated as more important, it creates this kind of system
What is a hierarchy
This group often has less influence despite being part of the school longer
Who are long-time or existing parents
When systems appear fair but produce unequal outcomes, this is happening
What is systemic inequality