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This is where Basic Needs Group 4 is to post their discussion about Module 10 Assignment.

1. Families' basic needs or the basic needs of human beings does definitely impact the quality of life. If basic necessities of life are not provided, this creates enormous obstacles in one's everyday life. Having basic needs met such as food, clothing, shelter, transportation, mode of communication are all the basic needs of humans in this day and age. Children in school and adults in the working world must have these things if they are to live, survive and enjoy life. When children in schools do not have these basic needs, it is a definite impediment to their receiving an education. Before it is possible to achieve anything in life, we must take responsibility for ourselves and provide for the necessities of life. The ideal situation is that a child be born into a family that can provide for him or her. This, as we all know, is not the case in the world we live in. Many children in our schools today do not have the necessities they need. This is a serious problem. 2. Educational systems and professionals within those systems can, with careful planning and execution, build relationships of trust with families of special needs students. Communication i and foremost. Weekly or even daily communications are a great way to earn the trust of families. When they can count on the teacher and the teacher is consistent, this is a step in the right direction. Following through and doing what you say you will do is another component of building the relationship of trust. People need to know that they can depend on what we say. This is the very essence of trust. Keeping one's word and accepting responsibility for our actions. Having a positive attitude is another great component of a relationship of trust. Doraida Lutchmie-Persad

1. Families’ basic needs play a big role in their overall quality of life. Basic needs, such as food and shelter, determine the well being and stability of families. If these needs are not met, it can affect the children in the families, as well as the adults. Income also plays a role in the quality of life. Coming from low income families may result in both parents having to work and not being able to spend an adequate amount of time with their children. This can affect the children academically. Additionally, families not meeting the basic needs guidelines can create a negative environment for the child which can lack positive reinforcement. “There's still a perception that those kids who do well at school just happen to be the 'brainy' ones. Yet a wide body of research suggests that school or 'academic' success will be determined by a child's positive self-image AND by the stimulation and interaction the child receives at home.” Reference: [] by Frank McGinty 2. One of the most important factors in meeting the needs of special education children is proper trust. This includes principals, instructional teacher, and counselors. These professionals can build trust with families by utilizing proper communication skills along with the commitment and dedication of doing what it takes to invest into the success of these children. Professional should understand that each parent will take the responsibility of their child with a different level of interest and involvedness. “Some parents want to allow professionals to make most decisions about their child, others want to serve as an informant to the professional, some want veto power, and some parents want a shared role in the intervention with their child.” Knowing this, the professionals must make the necessary adjustments to build trust with each family. Reference: [] In response to above (the first post)...

1. The fact that a lot of families do not have their basic needs met //is// very serious. This is a great point. More people should be aware of the needs and the ways to help. 2. I agree that consistancy is a step in the right direction. In order to trust to be built the professionals must be consistent. However, in order for the trust to continue, the parents must be consistent aswell.