Upon reading the initial post I intended to express my sympathy. After reading the remaining posts I could only be reminded of my own history. My cousin became pregnant while in high school. After the family accepted her fate my cousin began planning for her baby. I have always "looked up" to my cousin who is two years older. She gave birth to a boy and asked me to be his godfather. Although I was very mature for my age, I had no idea how to care for a child. Imagine a young black male only 14 not old enough to drive but pushing a stroller around the neighborhood saying this is my godson. The memories are very vivid for me. Despite the many obstacles and difficulties, I am so proud of my godson. Today, the little man that was my high school mascot when I graduated is now a freshman football player at NC A&T State University.
To the educators I ask that you talk to your students about their current situation. Although their pregnancies are untimely, they now need to focus on how they can care for their child and continue their education.
"Life is about choices - some are good while some are bad"
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