Staying in School & in College (National Dropout Prevention Month)

 

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It is estimated that one point in three million students drop out of high school every year. Also, forty percent of students drop out of college. There are many reasons why students are dropping out of high school or dropping out of college. However knowing the reasons can help a parent, a family member, friend, or a teacher to prevent someone from dropping out. It is necessary to encourage a student to continue their studies, especially if you know it can help them develop their careers. 

One reason students are dropping out of high school or out of college is family reasons. It is difficult to continue studying when a family member is sick and needs caregiving. Additionally, some drop out to help the family by getting a job. Others leave high school or college due to pregnancy. Yet, others leave because of mental health and too much school stress. 

Second students leave high school because of bullying, student assault, or other forms of harassment. Feeling uncomfortable in school or in college because of safety reasons is another reason for dropping out. The third student dropped out because of academic difficulties and lack of academic support. The fourth reason is that students have financial hardship and might have a tough time getting a scholarship. Nonetheless, getting student loans is another tough decision for a student and for the entire family.

Therefore, dedicate your time to bringing awareness and a better understanding to prevent school or college dropouts. If your child feels frustrated with too much homework; Encourage them to take a break when they come home. Another tip is for them to practice relaxation techniques such as yoga, tai-chi, or riding their bicycle for thirty minutes. Also, by coloring, self-care, playing board games, puzzles, or watching television for one hour before doing homework. Last preparing dinner or planting an herbal garden before doing their homework.

Prepare a schedule with fun activities for thirty minutes or one hour per day before doing homework. Relaxation is the best thing a student can do before doing their reading assignments, mathematics, or other assignments. Furthermore, have a homework schedule and know when the assignments are due. Have a homework chart if necessary and review their homework. Spend one or two hours reviewing their homework and encourage them to continue completing their assignments. 

Have family support and offer tutoring to your child especially if you are good in mathematics, spelling, or in grammar. As well as using grammar applications or grammar software that can help in editing essays. However, avoid using AI for writing essays because teachers know when you used it for homework. Another tip is to keep track of reading assignments, essays, and project due dates. Besides that, keep practicing until the homework schedule becomes a natural study habit. 

Make sure your teenager gets enough sleep and exercise. Become a mentor for your teenager if you have time or have someone that you trust to be a mentor. Find out if your school or college offers tutoring services, after-school programs, or customized training for careers. Join a tutoring group or a reading book club. Moreover, encourage positivity when it comes to studying mathematics or improving their reading skills.

Staying in high school or in college is necessary for graduation and for a student's self-esteem. Help them develop self-confidence, self-esteem, self-respect, and self-worth. Besides helping them to be responsible and learning about self-discipline when it comes to homework. Get resources if they have a learning disability, developmental disability, intellectual disability, or special education programs. Prepare a study area or a study room that is clean and free from distractions. 

Preventing high school dropouts and college dropouts is essential for their future careers, self-knowledge, self-growth, and their self-discovery. Nevertheless, alternative schooling offers students the chance to learn in self-paced classes. It also uses technology, AI, instructional videos, and other online educational activities to continue studying for a short-term career with a degree or certification. Encourage them to get passing grades and not to be perfectionist in everything. Here are websites about preventing school or college dropouts. 

 

National Dropout Prevention Center:

National Dropout Prevention Center

9 Ways to Decrease Your Dropout Rate Today-We are Teachers:

9 Ways to Decrease Your Dropout Rate Today-We are Teachers

Facing the School Dropout Dilemma:

Facing the School Dropout Dilemma

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