It’s been six months since the Davis School District made an agreement to change for the better after a Department of Justice settlement.
District officials now say they are making good on the commitment to being more inclusive and equitable.
"The Loyola Project" tells the story of a 1963 championship basketball team and their battle against racism and inequality on and off the basketball court. Following the documentary, a panel including Gov. Spencer Cox’s senior adviser on equity and opportunity spoke to the high school coaches and athletic directors.
“It’s resonating with our students and our community," Thompson said."Others throughout the state and nation are using the videos now as well, but the videos are the awareness piece on how we treat each other."
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