Tyler Schade Blog #7

        After reading the chapter in the textbook on “Structural and Social Inequalities  

in Schooling” I was educated that students from lower socio-economic statuses are at a disadvantage straight from the beginning of their schooling (pg. 195). Students from these less advantage families often lack school readiness as they are unable to adapt to this new setting and therefore unlikely to fully benefit from this experience (pg. 195). 

        Location is a huge factor in the development of students and their education. Families from a lower social class often live in less developed and more impoverished areas. These neighbourhoods have an impact on the child’s everyday life and in turn also directly effect their ability to perform in school. Crime, lack of positive role models and support systems are often roadblocks to children from poor neighbourhoods succeeding (pg. 197). As teachers we need to do everything in our power to give every student the opportunity to succeed right from the get go.

Discussion question: How can we make sure that students from lower socioeconomic status are given opportunities to succeed right from the onset of their schooling life?