All children are capable of learning.
Sometimes educators fail to understand or acknowledge this fact and do not offer instruction commensurate to the experiences, interests and abilities of each student. They assume that minority children come to school with no obvious strengths, but with many weaknesses. The level of expectations set by their teachers and administrators is often low and standards of excellence are nonexistent. Minority children come to school with many strengths, such as the ability to communicate with adults and their peers. Based upon this knowledge, professionals are well positioned to make informed decisions regarding the education of their young learners.