Another Planet

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Through an immersive nine-month investigation in a suburban Minneapolis high school, Elinor Burkett unveils the complexities and challenges of the modern educational landscape. As she engages with students, parents, and teachers, she reveals how fears stemming from school shootings have shaped the high school experience, introducing concepts like "Zero Tolerance" policies and pervasive anxieties about misfits. Burkett's poignant exposé sheds light on the deeper issues confronting educators and families, challenging the myths and political narratives surrounding school safety and student life.