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For some kids, returning to school post-pandemic means a daunting wall of administrative obstacles 

The Hechinger Report

Related: When the punishment is the same as the crime: Suspended for missing class To many observers, Tameka’s troubles stem from Atlanta’s rapid gentrification. But she should act fast, the social worker urged, or the department might have to take action against her for “educational neglect.” But it was also about race and class.”

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From foster care to college

The Hechinger Report

Started in 2008, the Seita Scholars Program is one of several efforts at U.S. The percentage of Seita students to graduate from Western Michigan has ranged from 24 to 44 percent for cohorts that started between 2008 and 2013, according to university administrators. colleges to help students like Mayes.

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