There is an achievement gap that African-American students, particularly young Black boys, have to face from very early on. Unequal opportunities prevent low-income families from supporting their children and guiding their steps toward higher education. ScholarPrep Nation addresses the inequities by lending a helping hand.
Systemic racism is an ongoing issue that continuously affects the educational progress of Black students. Additionally, the lack of family engagement and teaching strategies prevents college success from ever happening. A study showed that the educational attainment of Black families is 34.8% high school. First-gen college students will need some solid guidance.
In today’s article, we’re going to bring families and educators together. We attempt to bridge the gap between home and school as efficiently as possible. Read on and let’s get this family affair started!
Guiding African-American Students and Their Families to College
A paradigm shift needs to take place. Let’s take the example of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, one of the most selective universities in California. Research shows that Black students only made up 1.6% of the total freshman applicants.
Why does this happen? Because during high school, African-American students do not receive the guidance they require. High-poverty schools struggle with less qualified teachers and a lack of funding are to blame. Also, late college preparation is an equally negative factor. Lastly, public school principals fail to provide culturally affirming support to Black students.
In order for Black students to pursue higher education, they need the right resources, tools, and guidance. High school counselors, school principals, and educators must join forces and try their best to engage both African-American families and their kids.
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Principal at San Leandro Unified School District
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