@blossom I can’t imagine and you are 100% right. I worry about those things, the reality her family faces when she is no longer contributing to her household, the childcare expense while she is away (she often brought her siblings to practices), etc. And that crosses racial diversity lines.
We talk alot about the wealth inequality where we live, especially living in a high cost of living state with a higher minimum wage than most of the country. It creates a financial imbalance when seeking federal assistance for school and often privates are the only ones who take into account regional differences. I can’t tell you how many students don’t even apply because they see the sticker price and have overburdened guidance counselors or parents that don’t guide them.
It’s a conversation worth having and I’m glad it was posted. Hopefully, we all gained some perspective and consideration for the shoes others walk in. ?