"You have everything. You have running water in the house, bathrooms and a running car," said Tommy Betom, highlighting the socioeconomic differences faced by his community compared to broader standards.
"I didn't have everything," said Tommy. This statement reflects his awareness of the disparities regarding resources and opportunities that impact his schooling and life.
Across the San Carlos Unified School District, 76% of students were chronically absent last school year, illustrating the severe attendance issues faced by the Native American community.
Attendance has been worse for Native American students, illustrating a persistent disparity that existed before and worsened after the COVID-19 pandemic, according to AP data.
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