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The Graduates - The Boys
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The Graduates - The Boys

Season 15 Episode 24 | 55m 02s

This film explores pressing issues in education today through the eyes of six Latino and Latina students from across the US. The second episode features Juan, who was bullied as a gay teen until he discovered dance; Eduardo, who is steered away from the gang path when introduced to a special college prep organization; and Gustavo, whose dreams of college are blocked by his undocumented status.

Aired: 11/04/13 | Expires: 03/11/19
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