As we follow the fallout from Chicago Public School's decision to change admissions standards for magnet and selective enrollment schools, we were fortunate enough to talk to Mike, who teaches at one of these schools on Chicago's north side.

Mike from SE School Part 1.mp3

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Is a student's success determined solely by the school he or she goes to?

Mike from SE School Part 2.mp3

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