Video: Comedian Bill Cosby leads parade, talks Detroit Public Schools

Share Bill Cosby and the Rev. Jesse Jackson are showing their support for the Detroit Public Schools.The comedian and the activist were among a number of high-profile figures in downtown on Thursday for a back-to-school parade and Hart Plaza rally. They were joined by nationally syndicated radio host Rickey Smiley.Hundreds of parents, teachers and students wearing blue “I’m In” student retention campaign T-shirts marched in the parade and participated in the rally.It’s all part of a larger enrollment effort centered on new academic initiatives, including expanded time for reading and mathematics.The district is hoping to meet a 77,314-student goal this year.

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