Panel discusses efforts to recruit and retain more Black educators

Air Date: Apr 28 2023

UW System officials want the state to approve $38 million to modernize classrooms on campuses around the state. This 116 year old classroom in Agriculture Hall on UW-Madison’s campus is used for large enrollment classes in key areas like biochemistry, nutritional science, math and economics. Shamane Mills/WPR

Schools in Wisconsin – and around the nation – are grappling with a shortage of teachers. We examine persistent challenges compounded for Black teachers as districts try to recruit and retain more educators of color and diversify the workforce. A panel talks on the issue.

Episode Credits

Kate Archer Kent Host
Courtney Everett Producer
Maria Lopez Technical Director
Bettina Love Guest
Demond Means Guest
Demetri Beekman Guest

Panel discusses efforts to recruit and retain more Black educators

Episode Credits

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