Educational Pipeline
What term do Covarrubias & Lara use to describe students who leave school before completing a degree?
“push-outs”
What do Covarrubias & Argelia say about how the anti-immigrant laws and attitudes impact undocumented students?
They create a climate of constant fear for the students and make them feel targeted. Students will be less likely to ask for help.
Who do undocumented students tend to rely on for information regarding college when teachers & counselors are no help?
They relied on former undocumented students, siblings, & family members. Some also got information from community & immigrant organizations they were involved in.
What is Annie’s last name?
Bae
According to the study, which group shows the lowest educational attainment rates across every level of schooling?
undocumented People of Mexican Origin (POMOs)
How did citizenship status affect acess to higher education for Mexican students?
Citizenship status has a major impact on whether students can afford or even apply to college. Undocumented students usually cannot get federal financial aid and may not qualify for in-state tuition, which makes continuing education much harder.
Why might undocumented students hesitate to share their immigration status with school personnel?
There’s stigma associated with lack of documentation and differences in treatment due to their status. All which result in missed educational opportunities.
What is the quote of the week?
“Students must have initiative; they should not be mere imitators. They must learn to think and act for themselves and be free.” - Cesar Chavez
What narrative do the authors critique for idealizing only the “best” undocumented students?
Brown Model Minority Myth
Why might the “Model Undocumented Student” stereotype make it harder to understand the real challenges undocumented students face?
Sets unrealistic expectations by celebrating exceptional DREAMer success while ignoring the structural barriers, like limited college access, economic hardship, and systemic exclusion that affect most undocumented students.
What are some challenges undocumented students may face when transitioning to college?
Language barriers, poverty, lack of preparation for college, immigration status, lack of social services, and discrimination
What are the two school opportunities Gael, in the Lauby reading, couldn’t do as an undocumented student?
He couldn't go on a California school trip and apply for internships.
Which educational level shows undocumented U.S. educated students slightly outperforming other noncitizens?
The associate’s degree/community college level
How do immigration policies and public attitudes toward noncitizens contribute to educational inequality for Mexican origin students?
Anti-immigrant laws and racist nativism create fear and insecurity for undocumented youth. These conditions reduce motivation, limit opportunity, and reinforce social and racial hierarchies.
What are ways in which schools can better support the undocumented population?
Providing teachers & counselors with the resources necessary for them to support undocumented students as best as they can. This includes providing them with better information, training, and guidelines.
What is the New York organization that helped Patricia with college tuition information?
The New York State Youth Leadership Coalition (an undocumented student-led advocacy organization)
What does the study suggest is the main structural factor that limits undocumented students’ educational success across the pipeline?
The lack of citizenship status and the systemic barriers tied to it (legal, social, and institutional exclusion
How do race, gender, and citizenship overlap to shape the experiences of undocumented Mexican origin students in U.S. schools?
Racism, sexism, and nativism combine to create multiple layers of exclusion for undocumented students. These overlapping systems lead to higher push-out rates and lower educational attainment.
Difference between positive & negative bureaucratic incorporation?
Positive = Undocumented students establish positive relationships with school personnel which results in them receiving accurate information about college
Negative = Undocumented students don’t feel comfortable enough to build relationships or share their immigration status with school personnel therefore failing to obtain accurate information about college.
What federal policy requires “undocumented youths to have graduated high school and to have attended college?” (Lauby)
DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)