Central to what follows here is an unpacking of those attributes of secondary schooling that equip young people with the necessary skills to problem solve, critique and take an informed and therefore empowered stance on where they are heading and what they want to be. ... Connell (1993) suggests that cohesive partnerships between schools and community agencies are critical to addressing the debilitating impact of disengagement for the least advantaged young people. ...

• Word Count: 5495
• Approx Pages: 22
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Central to what follows here is an unpacking of those attributes of secondary schooling that equip young people with the necessary skills to problem solve, critique and take an informed and therefore empowered stance on where they are heading and what they want to be. ... Connell (1993) suggests that cohesive partnerships between schools and community agencies are critical to addressing the debilitating impact of disengagement for the least advantaged young people. ...

• Word Count: 5459
• Approx Pages: 22
• Grade Level: Undergraduate