7A- Testing the Hypothesis, Part 1

1)      Opportunity: There has been an increase in the educational gaps in the world, however, locally in the Alachua County area. Minority children, especially Blacks, face the challenges of their environment affecting their education and increasing the probability of their chances of being imprisoned, suspended, or lack of success in the future. This issue has persisted for decades and the problem has yet to decrease in statistics. By providing students and their families with the materials, resources, and more that they need, the likelihood of success will increase. 

2)      Children, families, and organizations who are looking to make a difference in the future generation.

a.       The Who: People (students, local organizations, families)

b.       The What: Looking for a more effective and efficient approach to increase the success of impoverished students and families who are negatively affected by their environment, resulting in their lack there of in the community and in school.

c.       The Why: Educational disparities persist across the world, and these disparities are a result of the resources and environment in which students are provided. Most often the student’s environment and community determines their level of success. By providing an opportunity to each student, school, and family by giving them the proper resources and tools for success, these educational gaps can begin to reduce.

3)      Hypothesis: I believe these families, schools, and students need effective and efficient resources and planning for success.

4)      After interviewing five people, I found that many people do believe this is an opportunity, however it is an opportunity that is not easy to accomplish. They believe that starting locally will be my best option but finding a way to market it will be difficult, as it will turn more into an organization that is not for profit, rather than a profitable business. When asked if or how often do they give back to communities, schools, and to families living in poverty, only 2/5 could remember the last time they donated time or resources. I found that people are aware, but depending on their circumstances, location, and daily encounters, determines the importance level on a consistent basis.