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THE NORTH STAR
MIDDLE EARTH
FRIDAY, MARCH 30, 2012
“I work hard at my studies because statistics say that most foster children end up either dropping out of school or living on the streets ... I want to beat all the odds ... and not be a part of those statistics ... I can honestly say that I’m on the right track to beat them.”
“I work hard in school and try to do my best so that I can be independent and build a future for myself.” Susanna Kim
Tammy Phillips “Currently my grades are mostly A’s and B’s and I am also involved in varsity [sports]. In the end, I will continue to do my best, in spite of the circumstances.”
“But now I am here for a reason, I was given a second chance. And now it’s up to me to do something amazing with my life.”
Cristian Santos
Michael Gonzalez
100 Huskies were selected at random to share their own experiences in regards to overcoming hardships. How do you try to overcome the hardships in your life?
How many students do you know have difficulties at home to deal with?
40
40
30
30
20
20
10 10
0
I ignore it
I rely on my faith
I do other activities
I talk to someone
0
None
1 to 3
4 to 6
7 to 9
10 +
What grades do you get in school when you have difficulties to deal with?
Who in your family, if anyone, struggles with substance abuse?
40
30
30 20
20 10 10
0 0
Mostly As Mostly Bs Mostly Cs Mostly Ds Mostly Fs
Parents / Siblings
Distant Relatives
Friends
Just me
No one