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Delta Week talk explores success in school
Nila Hall
Issue date: 3/12/07 Section: News
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As part of Delta Week, Delta Sigma Theta sorority presented "Real Talk about Education."
The four panelists - Janita Butler, Dr. Sharon Byrd, Dr. Tammy Counts and Claudette Scott - discussed their experiences growing up in disadvantaged environments and receiving a college education. Three of the four panelists were members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
One topic that came under discussion was the No Child Left Behind Act. The panelists expressed mixed feelings about the act.
Byrd said the act gives children a second chance to improve their reading and math skills.
Butler said the money being spent on No Child Left Behind is taking funds away from other programs.
Scott said more parental involvement will help improve the school districts within Kansas City.
There was also discussion that inner-city schools were getting much worse, and because of this, it is having a negative impact on minorities - particularly African Americans.
Counts said one way to encourage more minority students to attend college is for minority students already in college to set an example. She also advocated stronger support systems.
Byrd, however, discussed speaking with young children who are worried about their families' financial situations.
Byrd said this contributes to the reason why some students in inner cities, who most likely come from low-income backgrounds, cannot excel in school. They are dealing with issues of stress.
It was a discussion not only of the issues of the education system in Missouri, but of how African-American students are at risk of dropping out of school and not pursuing higher education.
Many attendees were education majors and the panelists each discussed the importance of being a teacher.
Delta Sigma Theta also hosted events such as "Show 'Em Ya Curves Ladies Night," an event for relaxation, as well as appreciation of beauty. Delta hosted its last event with community service with Habitat for Humanity.
nhall@unews.com
The four panelists - Janita Butler, Dr. Sharon Byrd, Dr. Tammy Counts and Claudette Scott - discussed their experiences growing up in disadvantaged environments and receiving a college education. Three of the four panelists were members of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
One topic that came under discussion was the No Child Left Behind Act. The panelists expressed mixed feelings about the act.
Byrd said the act gives children a second chance to improve their reading and math skills.
Butler said the money being spent on No Child Left Behind is taking funds away from other programs.
Scott said more parental involvement will help improve the school districts within Kansas City.
There was also discussion that inner-city schools were getting much worse, and because of this, it is having a negative impact on minorities - particularly African Americans.
Counts said one way to encourage more minority students to attend college is for minority students already in college to set an example. She also advocated stronger support systems.
Byrd, however, discussed speaking with young children who are worried about their families' financial situations.
Byrd said this contributes to the reason why some students in inner cities, who most likely come from low-income backgrounds, cannot excel in school. They are dealing with issues of stress.
It was a discussion not only of the issues of the education system in Missouri, but of how African-American students are at risk of dropping out of school and not pursuing higher education.
Many attendees were education majors and the panelists each discussed the importance of being a teacher.
Delta Sigma Theta also hosted events such as "Show 'Em Ya Curves Ladies Night," an event for relaxation, as well as appreciation of beauty. Delta hosted its last event with community service with Habitat for Humanity.
nhall@unews.com
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Susan Trinidad
posted 6/27/07 @ 10:58 PM CST
Hello,
I am looking for Tammy Counts. If she worked in the Bethel School district I would really like to speak to her ASAP.
If someone knows her or could send TAmmy my e-mail address I would appreciate it. (Continued…)
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