HARD TIMES IN THE COUNTRY: THE SCHOOLS 1988, 29:00
The impact of the War on Poverty on school systems in eastern Kentucky and describes how the solutions that were implemented — in particular school consolidation and vocational programs — often failed to meet the needs of the area’s children.
“A very poignant report on the impact school consolidations have had on individuals and communities….I just wish it had a happier ending.” -John Skawski, Department of Education, Cornell University
