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P.S. WeeklyMigrant Students Navigate a New RealityOfficials estimate that more than 36,000 migrant students have enrolled in New York City public schools over the past two years. What challenges are these new students facing? And what are schools doing to support them?Segment A – Chalkbeat Reporter Michael Elsen-Rooney breaks down the issue and how the broader media narratives don't necessarily reflect experiences on the ground. (6 min)Segment B – Student reporter Jose Santana interviews a Claremont International High School student about her transition to the school system and how one program has made a big difference. (9 min)Seg...2024-03-2726 min
Heart of an immigrantHomebound: Back to the Motherland & Decolonizing Language w/ Sunisa NuonsyJoin us as we follow the journey of Sunisa Nuonsy, a Lao refugee reconnecting with her roots in the motherland of Laos. Delve into the conversation of the myth in language and culture fluidity. Sunisa is an educator and researcher on approaches to decolonizing language with emphasis on the immigrant communities. We are navigating the complexities of identity, belonging, and rediscovery here. Explore how our past intertwine with the present, weaving a narrative of resilience, adaptation, and the enduring spirit of our ancestors.Support and follow Sunisa's project:https://www.instagram.com...2024-02-281h 00