District to Screen "Race to Nowhere"

The provocative documentary film Race to Nowhere will be screened at Rye High School on Oct.28 at 7:30 pm.  Admission is free of charge.

"This film presents an important perspective that parents should consider," said Edward J. Shine, Superintendent of Schools.  "I urge our community to attend the screening."

According to the film's director, Vicki Abeles, "Our high-pressure, high-stakes culture has invaded our schools and children's lives, creating unhealthy, dis-engaged, unprepared and stressed-out youth. The film tells the stories of young people pushed to the brink, burned-out educators, and deeply frustrated parents.

"As a mother, I experienced the stress firsthand and realized that no one was talking about it.  I saw kids who were anxious, depressed, physically ill, checking out, abusing drugs and, worst case, attempting suicide.  I felt compelled to speak about about this crisis by making a film and giving voice to the students, teachers, a parents.  I wanted to expose a deeper truth about our education system.  We are graduating a generation of robo-students, unable to think and work independently, creatively and collaboratively."

Race to Nowhere opened in theaters in New York and Los Angeles for one week beginning September 10th.  Local theaters, schools and organizations nationwide are hosting screenings in September and October in conjunction with National Child Health Day.  For more information, visit www.racetonowhere.com