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Re-Engaging School Dropouts with Emotional and Behavioral Disorders
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Wilkins, Julia; Bost, Loujeania Williams – Phi Delta Kappan, 2015
Students with emotional and behavioral disorders have the highest dropout rates of any student group--about 40%. The outcomes for students who drop out of school are dire but are particularly bleak for students with poor academic, interpersonal, and decision-making skills. Helping students earn a high school diploma and gain the skills needed to…
Descriptors: Emotional Problems, Behavior Problems, Dropout Prevention, Special Needs Students