2/13/09 Reflection #2

Poverty and homelessness is a huge problem for children in America. Kids tend to have to grow up faster and become the caregiver for their families. This means the kids can't do what they want to do. They only get to do what they have to. The children that don't get to be kids miss out on simple things such as participation in sports, clubs, and other school/community activities. Along with this, the children won't perform to their highest ability in school. If the children have to work and take care of their families, they won't get the nutrition they need because of lack of money and they won't get the rest they need to function. They have a higher chance of getting sick as well. As a teacher, I will address these problems about informing the students about poverty and homelessness. I will make sure to keep an eye on the children that aren't themselves and see if I can help in any way I can.