Youth Poverty

There is a large problem in America today concerning youth in poverty.  The numbers are overwhelming and too many young children struggle to eat on a daily basis.  These children struggle to eat and find a place to stay at night.  These problems may interfere with schoolwork and makes it difficult to consider college as even an option.  Without college in their future it will be difficult for these children to ever get out of poverty.  As teachers it is important to let bot the students and parents know of help that can be found within the community.  Newsletters can be sent out with information on food stamps, housing shelters, soup kitchens, and other forms of help.  It is difficult for the teachers to fully be able to step in without crossing the professional bounderies.  However, letting the families know that there is help available and that you, as the teacher will be there if they need it is important.  Many students may need someone who cares that they can talk with about their situation.  Simply being there may help children in poverty overcome the emotional burden.  There are many things that teachers can do to make a difference.  It's whether or not the teacher takes the initiative to do them that matters.