1.  Who is Phillip Jackson?  What does he believe is the key to improving education for black students? (para. 3)  Do you agree with his statement?  Explain your answer.

2.  How many cities across the country are participating in the Million Father March this year?  What does the Million Father March want fathers to do?

3.  The Million Father March calls on fathers to become involved in their children's education.  Why do you think that county, community and church groups are recruiting volunteers to walk kids to school?

4.  --Many school districts and teachers unions call for more funding and lower class size.  There is no stress on parental (specifically a father's) involvement in a child's schooling as necessary to improving education in America.
--Prince Georges County (D.C.) has partnered with community and church groups to recruit volunteers for the Million Father March.

Which is the more effective strategy?  Explain your answer.

5.  Many American families today (black and white) do not have two-parent households.  Many people believe fathers have become marginalized in our society.  Why do you think this is?  What can we do about it? 
To read about two groups that are helping men become responsible fathers, click here and here.  Describe some of the ways they are helping men to become involved in their children's lives.