Date
12-2024
Document Type
Capstone Project (Open Access)
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Department
Liberal Studies
Major
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Paoze Thao
Abstract
This research explores the influence of single-parent households on the academic achievement of middle school students in Salinas, CA, with a particular focus on East Salinas, an area marked by economic challenges. Grounded in my personal experience growing up in a single-parent household in Salinas and shaped by my journey through the Alisal district pipeline, this study seeks to uncover the specific barriers and strengths that middle school students from single-parent families encounter. By examining socioeconomic pressures, parental involvement, and emotional well-being, I aim to identify how family structure affects students’ educational trajectories within the community. This research strives to fill existing knowledge gaps by providing a localized perspective, offering educators and policymakers insights into how they can better support students from single-parent households. The study proposes actionable strategies that schools and policymakers can implement to address the unique needs of these students, ultimately contributing to a more equitable and supportive educational environment in Salinas.
Recommended Citation
Puga, Erik, "The Impact of Single Parent Households on Middle School Students" (2024). Capstone Projects and Master's Theses. 1861.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/caps_thes_all/1861
Included in
Educational Psychology Commons, Junior High, Intermediate, Middle School Education and Teaching Commons, Liberal Studies Commons
