Educational Barriers for New Latinos in Georgia

The recent influx of Latinos to new destinations in the Southeast offers a unique opportunity to explore educational outcomes in emerging gateway states. This study utilizes qualitative methods to predict future educational outcomes for Latinos in Georgia. Six primary barriers to Latino educational...

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Published in:Journal of Latinos and education 2005-01, Vol.4 (1), p.43-58
Main Authors: Bohon, Stephanie A., Macpherson, Heather, Atiles, Jorge H.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Access to Education
Cultural Differences
Educational Attainment
Georgia
Hispanic American Students
Immigrants
Outcomes of Education
Parent Participation
Postsecondary Education
Student Needs
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Summary:The recent influx of Latinos to new destinations in the Southeast offers a unique opportunity to explore educational outcomes in emerging gateway states. This study utilizes qualitative methods to predict future educational outcomes for Latinos in Georgia. Six primary barriers to Latino educational attainment were uncovered: (a) lack of understanding of the U.S. school system, (b) low parental involvement in the schools, (c) lack of residential stability among the Latino population, (d) little school support for the needs of Latino students, (e) few incentives for the continuation of Latino education, and (f) barred immigrant access to higher education.
ISSN:1534-8431
1532-771X
DOI:10.1207/s1532771xjle0401_4