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‘What about Black history bothers you?’ Allderdice students value AP African American Studies course criticized in other states

Allderdice is one of about 60 high schools nationwide that’s piloting an AP African American Studies course this academic year.

Several students in the course said they’ve gained a deeper understanding of American history, a greater sense of pride in their identity and a more tangible connection to their roots and culture. But they’re also attuned to the backlash that the course has ignited beyond the walls of their classroom.

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