Prevent Student Drop Outs! By: Alexandria Ford

Drop Out Rates National Rates o Overall Rate- 28% o Whites- 22% o Blacks- 42% o Hispanics- 43% o American Indians- 46% Arkansas Rates o Overall Rate- 27% o Whites- 27% o Blacks- 36% o Hispanics- 38% o American Indians- 49%

Dropping Out Students decision to leave school is not normally made over night. It is typically a long process of bad choices and poor judgment. There are several factors that cause students to drop out of school. When students drop out of school it is normally a combination of many different reasons.

Reasons for Dropping Out Classes are not interesting Failing school Becoming a parent Poor attendance Poor family life Other responsibilities

Signs to Watch for Rebelling from controlling parents. Making poor grades. Poor social life. Falling behind in classes. Other family members who have also dropped out.

Taking Action In order to keep our students in school we must work together. There is several steps that we can take to try and keep students involved and in school. The teachers, parents, and community must all step up and take action. There is something for everyone to do to help.

Teacher Involvement Allow alternative school as an option. Stay focused on the goals of the student. Encourage students to be involved in school. Identify students who have special needs and allow them resources for their special needs.

Community Involvement The community must volunteer and become involved in the school.

Ways to Volunteer Tutoring Reading books Starting a food drive Going on field trips Being a guest speaker Job shadowing

“The expert in anything was once a beginner.” -Helen Hayes

Stop Drop Outs!! Lets fight together to keep our children in school!

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