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| Autor/inn/en | Wilson, Melanie; Houghton, Alison |
|---|---|
| Institution | New England Network for Child, Youth & Family Services, Boxborough, MA. |
| Titel | A Different Kind of Smart: A Study of the Educational Obstacles Confronting Homeless Youth in New England. |
| Quelle | (1999), (75 Seiten)
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| Sprache | englisch |
| Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Monographie |
| Schlagwörter | Access to Education; Disadvantaged Youth; Early Adolescents; Educational Legislation; Elementary Secondary Education; Federal Aid; Federal Legislation; Homeless People; Poverty; Student Attitudes; Youth Problems |
| Abstract | This study provides information on obstacles facing homeless youth in school. Research occurred in four diverse New England cities. Researchers collected detailed case histories on youth age 10-15 years who were currently homeless or who had recently been homeless. Data came from staff of local youth agencies, government officials, and youths attending a 90-minute focus group discussion on their personal experiences and observations. Focus group participants also completed a five-page questionnaire. Most participants were female and white, though some were African American and Hispanic American. All had attended public school at some time, and over half were unemployed. Most were living in federally funded transitional living programs, state-run independent living or parenting teen programs, or foster care. The study looks at the impact of the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act. Results indicate that the academic experiences of responding youth were overwhelmingly negative. Common problems included transportation, inability to catch up after missed classes, clashes with authority figures, and perceived lack of respect from school personnel. Some respondents were depressed and anxious. For youth living outside of McKinney-funded districts, the Act had little impact on educational changes or experiences. Remedies to this situation are discussed. (Contains 22 references.) (SM) |
| Anmerkungen | New England Network for Child, Youth & Family Services, 25 Stow Road, Boxborough, MA 01719. Tel: 978-266-1998; e-mail: nenmw@ma.ultranet.com; Web site: http://www.nenetwork.org. |
| Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |
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