... and especially students of History: How the past has influenced the present and future As with many educational initiatives put forth by governmental agencies, support is provided for the school system for political reasons. Often political based decision fail to address the real problem. The Bush administration is attempting to address the issue at a superficial level while ignoring key issues affecting ... educational school system. Politically, the Bush administration can not afford to appear to focus it support on specific at risk groups, when his political supporters have little in...

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... to children from similar cultures. Their teacher may be the only positive influence in the child's immediate life that they identify with. Minority teachers are a valuable asset to the school system. They bring their experience and knowledge to assist the students and other teachers with looking at the world from a different view. Mrs. Maggie B. Lewis-Butler worked 27 years to Leon ... ...

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... troubled children, this may be especially critical for those with previous problematic adjustment. Adolescents have limited independent access to mental health services; however, utilization of clinical services within the school system is an accessible resource for adolescents. Alerting school guidance counselors and psychologists, particularly at the secondary school level, would make it easier to obtain such services. In addition, educating parents ... ...

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