Confronting the School Dropout Crisis

Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 2: The High Costs of Dropping Out
Chapter 3: The Reasons Students Drop Out
Academic challenges
Disconnection/disengagement
Chronic discipline problem
Lack of school resources/supports
Technology/social media interference
History of chronic absenteeism and truancy
Bullying/school violence
Family mental and/or physical health issues
Peer influence
Substance abuse issues
Language/racial/cultural disparity
Extreme poverty
Pregnancy
Lack of Grit/Resiliency and a Self-Encouraging Mindset
Desire for more personal freedom
Author's Personal Story
Chapter 4: What We Can Learn From Students
What We Can Learn from Students Who Almost Dropped Out
Insights from Students After They Dropped Out
A Landmark Study
Personal Stories from School Dropouts
Chapter 5: Strategies to Reach Students at Risk of Dropping Out
Addressing Students' Mental Health Needs
Reaching Students Who Avoid Seeking Out Help from Others
Helping Students Find and Create Connection
Providing Restorative Discipline Practices
Developing and Enhancing a Personal Support System
Small Groups
Student Peer Helping and Mentoring
Home Visits
Encouraging Personal Strengths and Purpose
Starting Early Is Best
Remembering It's Never Too Late
Peer Support
Author's Personal Story
Chapter 6: Strategies to Strengthen Dropout Prevention
Chapter 7: Increasing Parent/Caregiver Involvement
Chapter 8: Advice From Former Dropouts
Chapter 9: The Rest of My Story

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