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flag Minneapolis schools offer race-specific Black culture courses, sparking legal and equity debates.

flag Minneapolis Public Schools are offering race-specific high school courses on Black culture, restricted to Black male and female students only, according to course catalogs. flag The classes, part of a district-wide ethnic studies requirement, cover topics like Black identity, critical race theory, and social justice, and are developed in collaboration with the Office of Black Student Achievement. flag Critics, including civil rights groups and legal experts, argue the racial exclusivity violates federal anti-discrimination laws such as Title VI and Title IX, potentially exposing the district to legal challenges. flag While the district maintains these courses aim to support Black students’ cultural identity and counter systemic pressures, opponents say they promote racial segregation in education. flag The policy reflects ongoing national debates over equity, inclusion, and the role of race in public school curricula.

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