Single Mom's Fight for Son's Education Amid Housing Struggles

Sechita McNair, a single mother of three, is battling to keep her eldest son, Elias, in a top-tier school in Atlanta, despite facing numerous housing challenges. After an eviction last year, McNair moved her family to a less-resourced district, but she recently secured a new lease in Atlanta so Elias could attend Midtown High School. However, Elias struggled academically last year due to personal trauma, including his fathers death and multiple displacements. McNair believes stability is key for Eliass academic recovery. The familys new apartment in Atlanta has presented its own set of problems, including a forced-open door, lack of working appliances, and a valid lease being ignored by new owners. As winter approaches, McNair prepares to leave her current house in Jonesboro before another eviction, determined to prevent her children from experiencing homelessness. The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.