Children Quote by Thomas L. Friedman
““We also recognized that schools can’t do it alone, so we surround students with a team that provides everything from extra academic opportunities, parent education, and early childhood services to behavioral health counseling, housing and career support. In partner schools where the supports are most layered for NAZ students, they are doing significantly better than their peers in reading. Samuels””
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, “Education’s Missing Pieces”, 2020
Holistic support—academic, health, housing—boosts student outcomes, especially for disadvantaged groups.
In simple terms: Comprehensive aid improves school performance.
Key Takeaway
Provide layered support for students.
Themes
education
equity
support systems
community
Mood
hopeful
concerned
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- school districts
- nonprofit partnerships
- family services
- mental health programs
Key Concepts
Social determinants of learning
policy integration
Questions to Reflect On
- What support is most lacking in your community?
- How can schools sustain these services?
A Different Perspective
Funding and coordination are complex challenges.
