Langston, Ronda 2003-07-24
Ronda Langston talks about her involvement in the Lubbock school system and her experiences with the North Overton neighborhood. Note: This interview is part of the North Overton Redevelopment Collection.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name Ronda Langston
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Date: July 24, 2003
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 00:23:31
Abstract
Introduction; Background; Problems in North Overton; High mobility; Dilapidated neighborhood; Involvement in school system; PTA (Parent-Teacher Association) president responsibilities; Influence of demographics on magnet programs; Concerns for school system; Maintaining Title 1 status; Keeping the magnet program; Job security of teachers; Moved to Roosevelt Independent School District; Classmate demographics; Became aware of social differences; Lack of high school counseling; Attended Texas Tech University; Non-traditional student; Studied accounting; Worked as a legal secretary.
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Transcript: Transcript available in reading room
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