Dispelling Stereotypes

I guess that one of the biggest highlights for me this spring has been tutoring young men at my stie who are preparing to take the GED. I was a bit wary going into this setting because of the many stereotypes that come with at-risk youth. My fears were quickly dispelled, though. Of all of the youth that I have worked with through direct service this year, they were the most well-behaved, polite, and focused by far. I think that their backgrounds and difficult experiences have shown them that education can help lift them out of their circumstances, and it is something that they don’t take for granted.

~ Beth, 2005-06