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The educational system impacts a child through several levels and layers. This paper will discuss the individual and the systematic level. On an individual level, school attendance plays a significant role in resiliency (Hart & Mueller, 2013; Peltzer, 2009). Through having a full attendance at school, students have an opportunity to engage in school materials and interact with their peers and teachers (Peltzer, 2009). Some children might have various problems outside of school, which prevent them from performing to their full potential at school (Hart & Mueller, 2013; Hirschfield & Gasper, 2011; Hong & Garbarino, 2012; Li & Lerner, 2011). Active engagement and participation generally have a positive influence on students (Hirscheifeld & Gasper, …show more content…

For instance, on a continuum, a high level compared to a low level of self-esteem can differ in the ways that children act and socialize. Furthermore, a compassionate and caring teacher is one of the key element for students to build competence and resilience (L. Theron & A. Theron, 2014). It is crucial for young people to have support when facing difficulties in life. Teachers are critical in playing this role since students might come from an incomplete family whom could assist with coping in the event of a tragedy (L. Theron & A. Theron, 2014; Turner et al., 2007). Through creating a deeper emotional connection to school, its related activities, and group members, students can perform better and becomes a more resilient individual as they receive supports from staffs and peers which increase their self-esteem, especially the “high-risk” individuals (Hart & Mueller, 2013; Hirschfield & Gasper, 2011; Li & Lerner, 2011; Peltzer, 2009; L. Theron & A. Theron, 2014; Turner et al., 2007). These factors are all indispensable when it focuses on a healthy development and

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