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Originally Posted by delph998
That's a beautiful success story! It feels so great to hear discouraging situations turn into encouraging testimonials; which is why I know that our African American students can be more than prepared for college, but there's something lacking.
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For me I think parental involvement is whats lacking. I don't care if its one or two parent home..some parental figure needs to be involved and teach the child that education is important and parents need to stay on top of the childs teachers,principals, etc.. even guidance counselors. Like with the young man who I spoke of earlier. His guidance counselor encouraged him NOT to apply for college based off his academic record(the young man finished with a 2.6..I know students who have gotten into college on a lot less). He was buying into the hype until I encouraged his mother to give that guidance counselor a call. Parents have to stop just believing teachers/counselors and impart an "I can do all things" mentality into their children.