Clare County Review: Farwell School Officials Learn About Dealing with Poverty

Farwell School Officials Learn About Dealing with Poverty (05/10/2013)
Ruby Payne speaks to Michigan administrators and staff about the challenges facing students in poverty. Superintendent Carl Seiter says, “Listening to Dr. Ruby Payne was an outstanding opportunity for me. Dr. Payne’s work helps us understand what goes through a child’s mind as they struggle to deal with situations outside of their control.” The session invited participants to examine personal beliefs about poverty and families while challenging them to recognize the resiliency and strengths these families develop for meeting daily challenges and crisis.

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