II.) Issues and Initiatives: A.) The student’s socioeconomic background he or she is born into, ethnicity, and race greatly affects his or her educational success and attainment.
1.) A study revealed there was a positive correlation between a student’s social status and the grades the student receives. (Class in America- 2009)
2.) Another study revealed a positive correlation between class and overall educational achievement. (Class in America- 2009)
3.) Keshawn struggled significantly …show more content…
1a.) Some may argue parents are too busy to be involved their child’s education, but some are aware of the challenges and limits their kids face. 1b.) A survey revealed black and Latino parents care about having good teachers, more school funding, and more challenging curriculum for their kids. (Black and Latino parents want better teachers and harder classes for their …show more content…
2a.) Provides advice and support revolving academic issues. 2b.) Will cost no money (combats funding issue)- mentors (High school alumni) will work alongside a high school counselor and the school alumni who show interest in helping others and are dedicated will be considered. 2c.) The effects strong guidance has on a student’s success (Worlds apart in quest for higher education) 2d.) Percentage of student success and readiness for higher achievement is expected to increase. 2e.) Being involved in a student’s education positively impacts their academic achievement and community involvement can result in sharing and maximizing resources.
3.) By encouraging school administrators to train faculty, communicating with parents, and encouraging students who are struggling to get more academic support Cerritos College raised student success rates. (Boosting Latino