An increase in both there areas, said Marvin, would boost the number of academic preparatory programs for college-bound high school students and increase parents’ support and expectations in these schools.
“Studies show there is a direct correlation between parental support and college enrollment among students with a low socio-economic background. Particularly in high schools, where there is more parental support there are greater college enrollment numbers,” Titus said.
But according to EPI’s study, expecting their children to attend some college or to get a bachelor’s degree had no significant effect for Latinos, but parental expectation played a significant role in advanced degree attainment.
Margot Tyler, senior program officer for the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, suggested that the most necessary instrument in closing the achievement gap in higher education is access to great elementary and secondary education.
“Good public schools that offer rigorous instruction, relevant curriculum, and meaningful supportive relationships make the difference,” she said.
--Michelle J. Nealy
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