Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Advisory Program - Trust

OK - I'm completely new to the posting thing. I am not sure I am putting this in the right place, but here goes! Learn something new every day.

One standout from the "Up Against Whiteness", by Lee article was that so many Hmong students both "Traditional" and "Americanized" at UHS, felt so disconnected from faculty and staff. There was a chronic truancy problem, but the basis for students being late had many other layers to it.

I couldn't help but feel that if the school looked at the problem systematically they could create a more accepting and trusting environment for all students would possibly alleviate some of the truancy issues. Hence, leading to a better experience for the students.

This feels like a lofty aspiration, but even starting with an Advisory program, or small groups in which faculty and staff could get to know students better, would nurture a healthier environment.

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