Why do you think there is such an
achievement gap in Boston Public Schools?
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The achievement gap is something that’s always been there. Teachers have to be aware of where these kids are coming from. |
Leonard Johnson
Landscape Construction
Boston |
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A lot of young kids these days are lost. Students have to believe in themselves. The motivation comes from the person within. |
Clarence Tucker
IT Tech Support
Boston |
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Young people in urban communities have a lot on their minds to worry about. If you’re struggling in your mind, it’s hard to do well. |
Kam Jones
IT Desktop Support
Dorchester |
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I think there is a lot of stress in the urban community. Some young people have bad experiences in their memories and it holds them back. |
Germaine Cameron
IT Desktop Support
Dorchester |
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I think there is a gap between students of color and white students because of their lifestyle and environment. They don’t get the same attention, whether it be at home or at school. |
Marilyn Tran
Student
Cambridge
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There is an achievement gap because students of color sometimes go into the situation with a defeatist mentality. We need educators to realize that this is an issue. |
Saun Green
Program Director
Dorchester
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