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Peer reviewedO'Neil, John – Educational Leadership, 1991
As families and institutions change, many U.S. children could fail to realize their potential to lead fulfilling adult lives. Confronted by poverty, the crack cocaine epidemic, and increased exposure to violence, children make daily choices altering their life's course. Schools are increasingly expected to resolve social problems without…
Descriptors: At Risk Persons, Childhood Needs, Elementary Secondary Education, Family Environment
