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Nebraska Board Approves First Black-Founded All-Girls School in State History
The board voted 8-0 after public comments and delays over curriculum language, clearing the first Black-founded all-girls school in Nebraska.
- On Tuesday, the Nebraska Board voted 8-0 to approve Identity Prep Academy in North Omaha, establishing the state's first Black-founded all-girls middle school.
- The approval followed a contentious delay last week after some board members raised concerns that the school's curriculum language was anti-American.
- More than a dozen supporters spoke in favor, with Rev. Portia Cavitt stating, "There's nothing more unamerican than having to fight to open this school," while Nebraska State Sen. Terrell McKinney affirmed the academy met all state requirements.
- CEO Dr. DerNicia Phillips said she felt "relieved" after the vote; the academy plans to begin classes next Wednesday, August 19, despite some families expressing worry during the delay.
- Board Member Deborah Neary accused four conservative board members of racism, alleging they used "surprise attacks" by withholding objections until board meetings to obstruct approval.
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Nebraska ExaminerNebraska State Board of Education unanimously approves North Omaha girls school
LINCOLN — After a four-day delay, the Nebraska State Board of Education unanimously passed conditional approval of a nonpublic girls school in North Omaha. The board voted 6-2 Friday to postpone its vote until Tuesday to give members time to…
Identity Preparatory Academy receives conditional approval from State board of Education
The Nebraska State Board of Education unanimously gave Identity Preparatory Academy conditional approval after hearing from state senators, pastors, and community members. Supporters said the fight for approval was deeply personal, citing a lack of Black teachers in North Omaha schools and the impact of the school-to-prison pipeline on the community. Identity Preparatory Academy is still fundraising and must meet conditions before fully opening,…
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