Reviews school behavior and attendance policies in Canada as they relate to student attrition. Discusses a sample of schools in which policies have been revised to provide alternative programs to meet the needs of all students, especially those at risk. These schools work with other social agencies to address problems associated with high dropout…

This study examined issues related to student absenteeism in the Ontario schools. Eight elementary and sixteen secondary schools made up the sample. Data were gathered from school attendance records, questionnaires administered to teachers and students, school board policy statements, and interview schedules. Results suggest that a number of…

Changes in the structure and operation of Saskatchewan's rural education system were examined. The aim was to find ways to equalize educational opportunity and raise the level of education. Data were obtained from: (1) public opinion derived from community forums, communities and organizations' briefs, and hearings at which representatives of…

The follow-up study described in this report was initiated to determine the objectives and goal attainment of students who were enrolled in academic programs at one of British Columbia's 14 community colleges in fall 1978, but were not enrolled in a community college or university in fall 1979. After providing historical background, the…