Program Overview
In this episode of Chicago Newsroom 2.0, host Andy Zopp convenes a roundtable discussion featuring Francia Garcia Hernandez, Robin Robinson, Hal Woods, and Heather Y. Anichini to address the ongoing turmoil at Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The group explores the complexities of the situation, considering various perspectives on how it affects students, teachers, and the community. Additionally, the episode includes one-on-one interviews with Joli Robinson, the new CEO of the Center on Halsted, and Ydalmi Noriega, Vice President of Programs and Engagement at the Poetry Foundation, shedding light on their initiatives and contributions to the community.