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Asians’ Success in High School Admissions Tests Seen as Issue by Some

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As Asian students succeed in the admissions test for New York City’s elite public high schools, they point to family motivation, but others say the test discriminates against some students.

Senh: So you're gonna punish someone for busting their behinds to improve their future... Yeah, that'll improve our education system.

 

Can Philadelphia school end black vs. Asian violence?

Can Philadelphia school end black vs. Asian violence?

Duong Nghe Ly can't wait to begin his senior year at South Philadelphia High School. A day of violence there last year changed his life, and ...

Senh: I have the same background and experienced the same kind of discrimination. I like the response from the Asian parents. It didn't show any hint of retaliation, but focuses on understanding and sympathy. Same with with the new principal's response.

 

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