Rampant poverty present severe challenges for Appalachian schools, which are vulnerable to changes in regional and national economies brought about by setbacks in both personal and community life. This book argues that additional resources must be provided to families and schools for student success, and offers strategies for school achievement.

Rampant poverty continues to present severe challenges for Appalachian schools, which are vulnerable to changes in regional and national economies brought about by setbacks in both personal and community life. The author argues that additional resources must be provided to families and schools for student success. In "Appalachian Women", Professor Atwell offers effective strategies for school achievement.