Langston, Ronda 2003-07-24

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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

Additional Parties Recorded:

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.


Access Information

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Recording Format Notes:

Transcript: Transcript available in reading room



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