In 2021, San Francisco announced it would rename 44 schools to confront racist legacies tied to their namesakes, part of a broader movement to address systemic racism in education.
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In 2021, San Francisco faced a heated debate over renaming public schools linked to controversial historical figures. The community wrestled with balancing heritage and social justice, sparking citywide discussions.
San Francisco schools will retain the names Jefferson, Lincoln, and Washington after community debates, the Board of Education announced in 2021. The decision concludes a contentious renaming effort reflecting broader cultural discussions.