Apoyo Sacrificial, Sacrificial Support: How Undocumented Latinx Parents Get Their Children to College

Apoyo Sacrificial explores the experiences of undocumented Latinx parents as they support and guide their children's pathways to higher education, highlighting the challenges they face due to their precarious immigration status. The book provides an alternative view of parental engagement and access to higher education, illustrating the supportive strategies employed by these parents and the critical role they play in their children's success.

Format: Hardback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2022
Publisher: Teachers' College Press

Apoyo Sacrificial is a groundbreaking book that provides a comprehensive analysis of the experiences of undocumented Latinx parents as they support and guide their children s pathways to higher education. Through in-depth qualitative interviews and a critical examination of the social, political, and economic factors that shape parents engagement with their children s education, the book offers an alternative view of parental engagement and access to higher education.
Apoyo Sacrificial delves into the profound experiences of undocumented Latinx parents as they navigate the intricate terrain of supporting and guiding their children's pursuit of higher education, while grappling with the profound impact of their precarious immigration status. In addition to conducting a comprehensive analysis of the diverse understandings, interactions, and relationships that undocumented Latinx parents establish with various education entities, including secondary schools, colleges, and universities, the book also explores these relationships in the context of the diverse social, political, and economic factors that shape parents' engagement with their children's education. Cuevas sheds light on how the parents in her study employed supportive behaviors akin to those of middle and upper-class families, despite facing formidable barriers such as low-income households, undocumented legal status, and single parenting. By presenting an alternative perspective on parental engagement and access to higher education, Apoyo Sacrificial serves as a valuable resource for educators seeking to genuinely meet the needs of marginalized students and communities.

Book Features:
1. Illuminates the often overlooked and underappreciated supportive strategies employed by undocumented Latinx parents.
2. Presents in-depth qualitative interviews that center the voices and perspectives of parents, providing a rich and nuanced understanding of their experiences.
3. Demonstrates how an undocumented immigration status constitutes a unique barrier that shapes how families interact with education entities.
4. Illustrates the wide range of supportive behaviors undocumented Latinx parents engage in to ensure their children's success, including access to higher education.
5. Highlights the critical role of parents of first-generation Latinx students in their success, even after they matriculate to college.

Apoyo Sacrificial is a groundbreaking work that offers a comprehensive analysis of the experiences of undocumented Latinx parents as they support and guide their children's pathways to higher education. Through in-depth qualitative interviews and a critical examination of the social, political, and economic factors that shape parents' engagement with their children's education, the book provides an alternative view of parental engagement and access to higher education. By shedding light on the often unseen and unheard stories of these parents, Apoyo Sacrificial contributes to a more inclusive and equitable educational landscape, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Weight: 367g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780807766064