Why some drop out

(1). Academic struggle

In some cases losing the battle against failing grades.

(2). Apathy

Some sees no value in what they are learning.

(3). Economic hardship

Some due to responsibilities, they see the need to work to help support their family.

Count The Cost

'The shrewd one ponders each step'. Proverbs 14:15

If you are considering dropping out of school, be sure to count the cost.

Ask yourself;

1. How will dropping out affect future job opportunity?

Think about having to get a job and then possibly providing for the family one day. How can you do if most employers require at least a high school certificate?

2. How will dropping out affect my ability to deal with hardship?

School prepares you for life in the future, the people you meet, the temptation you encounter and the work you do will be similar to what you faced in school.

3. How will dropping out affect my life skills?

School may seem impractical now but later you think, "I'm glad I paid attention in mathematics" for example.


A Better Approach
1. Get help

'There is many success through many adviser'. Proverbs 11:14

If your grades are slipping reach out to a parent, a teacher, a counselor,a guidance or another trusted adult for tips on how to improve


2. Look at bigger picture

'Better is the end of a matter than its beginning' Ecclesiastes 7:8

When you finish school, you will have acquired qualities and skills that goes beyond the subject you were taught e.g the way you handled stress at school prepares you for the challenges you will face when you graduate.

Consider your Options

' All who are hasty surely heads for poverty' Proverbs 21:5.

Don't be quick to decide that dropping out is the only choice.

Conclusion
Finish school and you will be prepared for the responsibilities of adulthood.

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What if am failing at school?

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