Buffalo's Magnet Schools Build a Sound Future on Unique Experiences.

Echols, Kenneth J.

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Publication Date: 1986

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Buffalo's Magnet Schools Build a Sound Future on Unique Experiences.

Echols, Kenneth J.

Journal of the New York State School Boards Association, p11-12 Oct 1986

The continuing popularity of Buffalo's 12 year old magnet school program proves that the program is successful in the following: 1) providing equity for minority and majority - students; 2) attracting integrated student bodies; 3) offering innovative educational opportunities that meet student needs; and 4) providing parents and teachers a major role in designing schools.(PS)

Descriptors: Educational Discrimination, Equal Education, Magnet Schools, Nontraditional Education, Parent Participation, Parent School Relationship, Racial Integration, School Choice, School Desegregation, Urban Schools, Voluntary Desegregation

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Language: English

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