Many of these problems stem from the centralized structure and the mismanagement of the system. Centralization has helped to create a system where accountability for failure is difficult and where the needs of special interest groups take priority over student needs. As a result, poor African-American students have not obtained the quality education they need, therefore creating a crisis. In order to determine the success of school choice programs, we need to look at how these programs help to improve academics for poor African-American students who have not done well. School choice programs must instill resiliency.
Resiliency is the ability to adapt to a stressful environment despite risk or adversity.
The greatest achievement of this program is that 98 percent of the city parents have been involved with the program. Suburban schools maintain contact with parents and the program office. As the year 2000 approaches, those who do not have sufficient education will be left behind. Educators must continue to use their talents and knowledge to create ways for our most disadvantaged children to succeed. Because of the power hierarchies that emerge as a result of the nature of domestic work, the employer will generally set the tone of the relationship.