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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Wonderful that these stats are available - now what are black parents going to do with this information?
[b]Are mommy and daddy going to interpret this data as "proof" that nothing is little Johnny's fault and just sit back blaming the system for all his setbacks [/b]and situations or are mommy and daddy going to interpret this data as a potential pitfall and put forth the extra effort to ensure that in addition to ensuring little Johnny's academics and behavior is on point that they, too, are going to have to take on a much more integral role in little Johnny's life and not just leave it up to the teachers to keep him involved and out of trouble?

Just wondering.[/quote]

If black children are suspended more than white children for the same behaviors, then the issue goes beyond assigning fault.  I think most black parents (like most parents generally) do work with their children on academic and behavioral issues.  But inequities, relating to the treatment of behavior, are an additional battle that may not be solvable by just ensuring that academics and behavior are on point.  Especially when one considers zero-tolerance policies.  Also, considering that some children get "caught" and others displaying the same behavior do not.

Don't just tell Johnny to be good.  Tell Johnny that self-control is very important, that things aren't always fair in school, and that he needs to learn to navigate the system despite the unfairness.  And teach him how to navigate it.

One more thing.  Being involved in your child's education is crucial.  But that in no way absolves teachers and administrators of any responsibility to make the classroom an accessible, safe and welcoming environment for all.[/quote]

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