TNT 700.2PBP
Knowledge of Students
& Student Needs
CECILIA ROMERO
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,Nelly
● Nelly is an economically disadvantaged
student and considered at risk because
she did not pass the standardized state
math test.
● She recently moved in with her
grandparents when her mother was
sent to jail.
● Unfortunately, the apartment complex
where she lives is riddled with drugs
and crime. At night, police sirens and
gunfire are commonly heard.
● She also lives in a food desert, with no
direct route to a full grocery store.
2
, Nelly (cont.)
● School has become her safe place;
Nelly is terrified whenever she is not in
school.
● Because of her situation, Nelly tries to
act tough to avoid being picked on by
other students.
● Her grandparents are doing their best
and are well-meaning, but are unsure
what the best course of action is.
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Knowledge of Students
& Student Needs
CECILIA ROMERO
1
,Nelly
● Nelly is an economically disadvantaged
student and considered at risk because
she did not pass the standardized state
math test.
● She recently moved in with her
grandparents when her mother was
sent to jail.
● Unfortunately, the apartment complex
where she lives is riddled with drugs
and crime. At night, police sirens and
gunfire are commonly heard.
● She also lives in a food desert, with no
direct route to a full grocery store.
2
, Nelly (cont.)
● School has become her safe place;
Nelly is terrified whenever she is not in
school.
● Because of her situation, Nelly tries to
act tough to avoid being picked on by
other students.
● Her grandparents are doing their best
and are well-meaning, but are unsure
what the best course of action is.
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