Thursday, January 31, 2013

Academic Gains, Improved Teacher Relationships Found Among High Risk Kids in Head Start

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/01/130130121654.htm

Jan. 30, 2013 — A new study by Oregon State University researchers finds that Head Start can make a positive impact in the lives of some of its highest risk children, both academically and behaviorally.

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"Children in non-parental care tend to struggle with socio-emotional development, likely due to the risk factors they experience such as transitioning between homes, special needs, and behavioral problems," she said. "Perhaps as a result of Head Start's whole-child focus and standards for teacher qualifications, their teachers may be more effective than caregivers in other types of programs in establishing positive relationships with children who have high needs."

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