The three-article dissertation is an exposition that analyzes the academic performance of third and fifth grade Latino male students by considering Learned Helplessness in relation to academic deficiency. Article 1 is comprised of a literature review relating to the elements of Learned Helplessness, inclusive of the Reformulated Theory of Learned Helplessness, definition of key terminology, the coherence of self-reliance to educational acquisition, and the consideration of culture respective to academic development. Article 2 is composed of a mixed-methodological design that considers academic furtherance, of Latino male students, from the perspective of classroom teachers. Article 3 concludes with advocacy for cultural considerations, of Latino male students, within the academic setting. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]