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Peer reviewedWylie, Virginia L.; Hunter, William A. – NASSP Bulletin, 1994
Georgia's drop-out rate is among the highest in the nation. Relying on statistics to design programs can be misleading. An in-depth study of South Georgia high schools shows the importance of developing drop-out programs for specific situations and students. The six schools helping to develop "Danny Dropout" and "Pine County High…
Descriptors: Dropout Programs, Dropout Rate, High Schools, Rural Schools
Peer reviewedConrath, Jerry – NASSP Bulletin, 1986
Although the national reports have not focused on the problem, effective schools must address the needs of potential school dropouts. The author rebuts some of the common arguments against dropout prevention programs, arguing that successful dropout prevention is one of the key indicators of overall school effectiveness. (Author/TE)
Descriptors: Dropout Prevention, Dropout Programs, Dropout Rate, Dropouts
