Citation

Ward ME, Shelley K. J. Educ. Stud. Placed Risk 2008; 13(2-3): 335-353.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2008, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10824660802350474

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Following Hurricane Katrina, a team of researchers from the University of Southern Mississippi's Department of Educational Leadership and Research surveyed school administrators regarding the impact of Hurricane Katrina upon students and school staff members in Mississippi public schools. Respondents disclosed concerns over displacement and psychological stressors experienced by both students and staff. Additional concerns were expressed regarding support systems for students, destruction of student and personnel records, student achievement and school accountability, and the employment status of teachers. Implications for policy and practice are discussed.