@NikiNiki Said 
I wonder.
Do the students come to class? Do they arrive on time? Do they do their homework? Are they silent, and do they listen when the teacher or other students speak? Do they come prepared with pencil, paper, and a textbook? Do they ask to go to the restroom as soon as they arrive in class? Do they reek of tobacco, marijuana, or alcohol? Do they miss school because they have court dates? Have they been arrested for criminal activity on campus; things like identity theft, grand theft, drug sales, weapons possession, or murder?
I attend a school with students who meet all the above criteria, except for murder. That student is in prison. And the district has a special school for these students. It has two campuses, one of which is in the county jail.
Thanks much for your input. I work with at risk youth at the drum I carry for. I get tired of people trying to put all of the blame on teachers. Most all that I know are dedicated and deserving professionals. Most all of the youth I know are in tight spots are could be in hard situations which makes attention to studies very difficult. Instead of blame, instead of removing all activities that allow youth to be kids, I wish they'd look for the underlying problems and assist with those. NCLB is leaving behind most youth.
Mar 19, 2010 @ 20:28:22
