Health Barriers to Learning Journal Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • This article summarizes the results from a 2013 online survey with 408 principals and assistant principals in New York City public elementary and middle schools. The survey assessed three primary areas: health issues in the school, health issues perceived as barriers to learning for affected students, and resources needed to address these barriers. Eighteen of the 22 health conditions listed in the survey were considered a moderate or serious issue within their schools by at least 10% of respondents. All 22 of the health issues were perceived as a barrier to learning by between 12% and 87% of the respondents. Representatives from schools that serve a higher percentage of low-income students reported significantly higher levels of concern about the extent of health issues and their impact on learning. Respondents most often said they need linkages with organizations that can provide additional services and resources at the school, especially for mental health.

publication date

  • January 1, 2014

has restriction

  • gold

Date in CU Experts

  • March 5, 2017 2:35 AM

Full Author List

  • Gracy D; Grant R; Goldsmith G; Fabian A; Peek L; Redlener IE

author count

  • 6

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International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 2158-2440

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 2158-2440

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 4

issue

  • 1