Hosts: Rob Chappell, Nicholas Garton, Omar Waheed, David Dahmer
Date: February 28, 2025
Episode Summary:
This week on 365 Amplified, the team dives deep into major education and policy developments impacting Wisconsin’s communities of color. From the controversial WIAA decision to ban trans girls from girls' sports to the abrupt withdrawal of the Forward Career and College Academy charter school proposal, we unpack the latest news shaping education and youth opportunities.
We also discuss the emotional renaming of South Side Elementary in honor of Laurie Man Cary, a Madison education champion, and explore the powerful return of artist and activist Loletta G to her former elementary school, where her new murals will soon be displayed.
In a particularly unexpected interview, Omar reflects on his conversation with Tony McAleer, a former neo-Nazi turned anti-hate activist, who shared insights on how people are radicalized—and how they can leave extremist movements behind.
Key Topics:
- 🏆 WIAA’s Controversial Ban – Why the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association followed a federal directive to bar trans girls from competing in girls' sports, despite there being little to no evidence of an issue. Story here.
- 🏫 Charter School Controversy – The Forward Career and College Academy’s leadership abruptly pulls the plug on their plan to create a trades-focused high school for students of color. Story here.
- 🎨 Murals & Memories – Lilada Gee, known for her advocacy and artwork, returns to her childhood school, Lapham Elementary, to unveil a new set of murals. Story here.
- 🏫 A Name That Matters – South Side Elementary is officially renamed in honor of Lori Mann Carey, a dedicated advocate for educational equity. Story here.
- ❌ From Hate to Healing – Omar’s conversation with former neo-Nazi Tony McAleer, who now works to help others leave extremist movements. Story here.
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