ACHIEVEMENT GAP

The “achievement gap” is commonly defined as a difference between test scores of minority and low income students and the test scores of their White and Asian peers.

However, this term can also includes other groups such as English language learners, students with disabilities, and GLBT students.

The “gap” is the disparity in performance between these groups as measured by standardized tests, college enrollment/completion, and enrollment in advanced academic coursework.

HOW DID WE GET HERE?

• History of racism and oppression in America
• Jim Crow laws - Seperate but equal
• Brown v. Board of Education
• Civil Rights Act of 1964
• Disproportionate resources

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SOLUTIONS

• Problem is complex and so are the solutions
• Leverage local resources
• More school autonomy to adapt to community needs
• Culturally proficient leadership
• Gap exists prior to kids starting school

SOLUTIONS CONT...

• Challenging curriculum
• Additional support afterschool with food
• Reduce class size
• Summer Bridge programs with local colleges
• Exercise (2012 Study)

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