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America to Me

8.4(5)
First Aired:August 26, 2018
Seasons:1 season
Episodes:10
Status:Ended

A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth and scope.

Cast

Brendan Barrette

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Diane Barrios-Smith

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Jada Buford

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Charles Donalson

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Caroline Robling-Griest

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Ke'Shawn Kumsa

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Grant Lee

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Kendale McCoy

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Terrence Moore

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Tiara Oliphant

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Chanti Relf

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Gabe Townsell

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Jessica Stovall

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Seasons

What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?

E1What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?

58m

Aug 26, 2018

The school year begins at OPRF for Grant, Tiara, Charles, Terrence and Ke'Shawn. Controversy over a Black Lives Matter assembly still reverberates as the school confronts years of racial inequities.

Stranger in a Room

E2Stranger in a Room

60m

Sep 2, 2018

Teacher Jess Stovall intervenes in Ke'Shawn's academic struggles. His mother shares her own troubled history at OPRF. Senior Kendale and junior Chanti grapple with identity. Homecoming Dance is very special for Grant.

There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle

E3There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle

60m

Sep 9, 2018

Kendale wrestles to become a starter, while Chanti wresles with emotional trauma. Jess takes on the principal, and senior Jada takes on a teacher. OPRF's football team has a big game and a score to settle.

There's Nothing Funny About Race!

E4There's Nothing Funny About Race!

60m

Sep 16, 2018

Jada's conflict with a teacher grows more intense. Ke'Shawn's run-in threatens his grade. Grant pursues love. Terrence loves Halloween much more than school. Charles and Chanti audition for the poetry slam team.

I Don't Have To Think About Being White

E5I Don't Have To Think About Being White

59m

Sep 23, 2018

White students Caroline and Brendan join the story. Jada's film draws mixed reviews. Terrence's grade hangs in the balance. Christmas lights up Kendale's home, while Ke'Shaen's family may lose theirs.

Listen to the Poem!

E6Listen to the Poem!

59m

Sep 30, 2018

Jada clashes with junior Diane over her new film. Brendan recalls a racially charged basketball past. Tiara and the cheerleading squad go for the gold. Charles' poetry slam team faces an epic challenge.

Tsunami of Privilege

E7Tsunami of Privilege

59m

Oct 7, 2018

Jess Stovall gives her all to engage Ke'Shawn, whose situation has turned dire. Kendale fights to advance in the playoffs, while star teammate Gabe faces unexpected challenges. Terrence rebounds with his mother's help.

Nobody Can Hold You Down

E8Nobody Can Hold You Down

59m

Oct 14, 2018

Chanti discovers a devastating truth about her grandparents. Brendan's parents make him an offer he can't refuse. Caroline's anxiety exacts a heavy toll. Kendale and his team pursue their dream for the ultimate victory.

The Invisible T-Shirt

E9The Invisible T-Shirt

59m

Oct 21, 2018

Kendale goes on a college visit, while Terrence goes to court. Tiara and her mother fall out over grades. Jess pushes the administration to adopt her teacher support program. Prom arrives and Kendale's mother loves it.

America Will Be...

E10America Will Be...

89m

Nov 1, 2018

It’s now or never for Tiara in chemistry. Terrence looks to the future. Caroline wrestles with perfection, while OPRF grapples with imperfect leadership. Kendale, Jada and Gabe celebrate graduation.

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A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth and scope.

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