Justin Darnell Talks About Working with At-Risk Students

We spoke with Colorado's 2010 Teacher of the Year, Justin Darnell, about his thoughts on the achievement gap. The majority of Justin's work is with at-risk students at Bryant-Webster K-8 School in Northwest Denver. For Justin, in order to work with at-risk students and to close the achievement gap, it takes respect and understanding of cultural diversity and different economic backgrounds, which affects learning styles and students' readiness to learn.

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[MrATLACATL]

With all respect, I teach at risk students and it is basically hell on earth. Students have drugs problems, have issues at home, have mental issues, have emotional issues, have physical issues. They are not in the mood for learning. They are more worried about surviving in life and getting a job. How can I teach them under these circunstances. You sound like you teach a normal class not an "at risk class"

[woodsmurphy]

I really like this video! It is informative, professional and addresses key issues related to at-risk students. Justin Darnell has high expectation for his students and is willing to help both students and their parents achieve.