Unexpected Benefits of School Re-Zoning

Tom Shields is an associate professor of education and leadership in the Jepson School of Leadership Studies and serves as Associate Dean for Academic & Student Affairs in the School of Professional & Continuing Studies. He has worked with local academics, practitioners, and advocates to highlight the rising segregation in the Richmond region.

On the April 22, 2020, episode of The Academic Minute, Shields read Unexpected Benefits of School Re-Zoning.

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Shields' Media Coverage

April 22, 2020

Academic Minute: Unexpected Benefits of School Rezoning

Tom Shields, associate professor of leadership studies and education, reads his essay, "Unexpected Benefits of School Re-zoning" on The Academic Minute for the Jepson School of Leadership Studies Weekly Takeover.

December 3, 2019

The Richmond Public Schools rezoning plan, explained

This piece notes a report co-authored by Tom Shields, associate professor of education and leadership studies. The report explores the benefits of diversity in schools and suggestions for better integrating schools in Richmond.

October 11, 2019

New report sheds light on school diversity benefits amid Richmond rezoning debate

A report on Richmond Public Schools rezoning efforts co-authored by Tom Shields, SPCS associate dean of academic and student affairs and associate professor of education and leadership studies, is highlighted. The report was also highlighted by VPM and RPS Direct, a weekly e-newsletter.

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Unexpected Benefits of School Re-Zoning

Shields' Media Coverage