Others have called for an immediate repeal of all taxes that fund schools. Educational opportunities would expand tremendously for everyone—especially the poor. The quantity and quality of educational opportunities would increase dramatically. If only eight percent of that money found its way to private scholarship funds, money would be available for all children of lower-income families to attend better schools than they are attending today.
In the dynamic real world, much less would be needed, as families learned to become independent again. Not only is it likely that private funding for scholarships would be available for lower-income families, but those dollars would also be purchasing a much better educational product. Given these synergistic benefits, the only question remaining is: what are we waiting for? Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac , September 1, , p. The Digest of Education Statistics U.
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Latest Stories. Education: What About the Poor? In , 19, students in our program completed math tutoring while 18, completed literacy training. Some students did both, bringing the total number of students tutored to 23, Formal learning activities at Children International libraries boost math, science and literacy skills, helping students work toward secondary school graduation. Creative learning opportunities in our community center libraries clubs, workshops, innovative programs help children stay engaged and on track for secondary-school completion.
Dominican Republic and Kolkata beat their goals for increased student proficiency in both math and literacy. See more facts about poverty and education, and how you can help. Learn more about our education program, which provides tutoring programs, computer courses and financial assistance. This site uses cookies to improve your experience. You can restrict cookies through your browser; however that may impair site functionality. College or vocational education serves as the catalyst that can help families and communities pull themselves out of generational poverty.
According to a study by The World Bank, economic returns for higher education graduates are life-changing, with an estimated 10 percent increase in earnings compared to those who have not pursued education after high school. Those with only a high school degree are twice as likely to experience unemployment as those with a college or technical school degree.
But disadvantaged youth who have the skills and drive to attend college or formal vocational training rarely receive the opportunity to do so. With your help, Children International youth can receive life-changing educational opportunities. For adolescents and young adults, this is the final boost toward formal employment, providing vital marketable skills and enhanced access to the job market so they can finally break the cycle of poverty.
See our impact Our programs Education. Education fighting poverty by improving education. Learn more about our college and vocational scholarships. Invested in education Our tutoring programs provide children the assistance and attention they need to graduate from secondary school and beyond. Programs tailored to fit the need Around the world, every community has distinct needs and suffers from its own set of obstacles.
How will your support help? How Why Education? Here are some of the ways your support is used for education: Providing the basics What: Providing children necessities like uniforms, shoes and books so they can attend school with confidence. Scholarships What: Awarding annual, renewable scholarships to attend vocational school, college or other higher education institutions. Education for parents What: Working with parents, teaching them everything from how to enroll children in school to how to manage interactions at home.
Tutoring What: Offering tutoring for children who may be falling behind. Community Centers What: Offering resources like computer labs and libraries to children in our programs.
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