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From the student's perspective: A narrative report of what urban homeless students need from schools
Ferguson, Donna K.
Ferguson, Donna K.
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2014-07
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This narrative inquiry sought to understand from the homeless students' perspective the
meaning of home, how homelessness affects schooling, what homeless students need from
school, and whether or not policy and law are meeting the needs of homeless students. The four
stories told by these homeless adolescents are unique; and yet, similar themes emerged relating
to the experiences and challenges they face being homeless, in a shelter environment, and
attending public schools. The theoretical perspective of ecological systems theory and the
narrative inquiry approach provided the foundation for this study. The four adolescents provided
unique and insightful descriptions of the homeless experience despite differing interpretations
from society of the meaning of home and what homeless students need from schools.
It was concluded that homeless students defined home from a relational aspect instead of
just a structure or dwelling place. Homeless students identified challenges regarding schooling,
based on shelter conditions, rules, and family, but were supported by provisions as set forth in
policy and law. The existence of positive relationships was a significant factor in the successful
transitions between home and school.
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Thesis (Ed.D.)-- Wichita State University, College of Education, Dept. of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Education and School Psychology
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Wichita State University
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Copyright 2014 Donna K. Ferguson