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Educating The Outsiders: The Importance Of Social Support In The Success Of Latino Undocumented Students, Emily Adkins
Educating The Outsiders: The Importance Of Social Support In The Success Of Latino Undocumented Students, Emily Adkins
UReCA: The NCHC Journal of Undergraduate Research & Creative Activity
Immigrants of all types come to the United States hoping for some sort of a better life, but when they reach this country, they are faced with barriers. Language barriers, citizenship barriers, and financial barriers must all be overcome by the immigrant family. Undocumented students face particular challenges that seem insurmountable, but schools can offer these students success if they choose to do so. By going out of their way to involve the families of these students while making them feel comfortable in the safe place that the United States school system is and by encouraging teachers to reach out …