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A documentary web series that focuses on Chicago's education system. Central Standard follows five 8th grade students attending public schools across the Chicago metropolitan area and chronicles the challenges these students face while transitioning to High School.
Central Standard: On Education
This part introduces five 8th graders. Meet Robert, Emma, Natalia, Gina, and Kyle.
Central Standard: On Education
This part examines five classes. S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math).
Central Standard: On Education
This part explores five ways to get into a selective enrollment high school.
Central Standard: On Education
This part presents five Chicago area selective enrollment high schools.
Central Standard: On Education
This part analyzes five administrations and how they work to fund their schools.
Central Standard: On Education
The story comes to a climax as the students open their notification letters.
Central Standard: On Education
In this part, the students reflect back on the high school selective enrollment process.
