13175_25532_black_school6
1980s
Color
On an independent, non sectarian, tuition-free day school in Harlem founded by Ned O’Gorman in 1966, dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through education. Female teacher with white hair talks to a classroom of boys about racism history. CUs teacher and boys, who look determined, sad, upset, thoughtful, confused. Teacher smiles. Shot of school graduation in a courtyard basketball court. Some people seated, some standing. Shot of parents in their best clothing. Shot of little boys in their best clothing and suits. Student recite a piece. CUs of students and parents. They are rpoud and happy.