Category Archives: School policing

Student Surveillance – Beneficial or Dystopian?, by Essence Hill

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Mikaila John

Imagine being transported to an elementary school twenty years ago. Before the average student had personal cell phones. The only camera on campus was perched at the front door of the building to monitor who entered and exited. Teachers were … Continue reading →

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Re-Examining the Role of School Resource Officers, by Matt Chapman

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Jennifer Babisak

As protests challenging systemic racism and police brutality continue into their third month, the relationship between police departments and public schools is finally being questioned. While school boards in cities like Seattle and Oakland have voted to suspend or eliminate … Continue reading →

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The New MOU between CPD and CPS: A Step in the Right Direction?, by Andy Froelich

Posted on July 31, 2020 by Jennifer Babisak

Families send their children to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) so they can graduate with a diploma and be prepared for success, but some students are leaving with more than they bargained for: a place in Chicago’s gang database. The Chicago … Continue reading →

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