Viewing Event: The Lottery, A documentary about the Harlem Success Academy May 17, 2011

The Lottery follows four of these families from Harlem and the Bronx who have entered their children in a charter school lottery. Out of thousands of hopefuls, only a small minority will win the chance of a better future.

Directed by Madeleine Sackler and shot by award-winning cinematographer Wolfgang Held, The Lottery uncovers a ferocious debate surrounding the education reform movement. Interviews with politicians and educators explain not only the crisis in public education, but also why it is fixable.

A networking reception will be held at the Bull and Bear club immediately after the. Please rsvp: info@empowerrichmond.org

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