Abstract
Children in foster care face many circumstances that interfere with their ability to academically perform to their greatest potential. Among an increase in emotional needs, frequently transferring schools can cause a variety of problems for children in foster care to overcome. This research-based thesis takes a look at the current educational stance of the population of children in foster care. Furthermore, it offers possible solutions to reducing academic failure among these children. The tendencies for children in foster care to experience poor living conditions upon entering adulthood is the focus of why education is the essential cornerstone for children in foster care.
Semester/Year of Award
Spring 5-5-2012
Mentor
Kristina M. Krampe
Mentor Department Affiliation
Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership
Mentor Professional Affiliation
Special Education
Access Options
Restricted Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Special Education
Recommended Citation
Whalen, Jessica M., "The Educational Cornerstone of Children in Foster Care" (2012). Honors Theses. 23.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/23
