sit down and have a conversation? What if the student just doesn't like school and feels they would do better having a part time job?
2007-10-19 09:34:00 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
Because it's not wise to not finish high school. A HS diploma pretty much means nothing these days unless you want to flip burgers. Unless a person is self-made at that age or has Hilton money then it's not smart. But hey I say live and learn, let them drop out. They will realize they need more education and get a GED.
2007-10-19 09:44:37 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas et Aequitas () 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is usually the case, but it is ill-considered, so most teachers want to make sure that before making such a monumental life-altering decision, the student has considered all of the potential consequences.
Almost no one can support him/herself on a part-time job these days, and if you drop out of school, you would have to pay rent and utilities and food which you probably aren't paying for now. Back when the Cosby Show was on, there was a memorable conversation along this line between Cosby and his TV son, Theo. Theo wanted to forego college and get a job, figuring he would have a huge amount of money. Then Cosby went through all of the things he would need to pay for then that he doesn't pay for now, and he ended up with nothing.
Most people don't "like" school all that much, just as most people don't "like" work on a daily basis. It is also not fun changing diapers for your children or taking care of your ill and aging parents. Many students today seem to think that if they don't like something, they shouldn't have to do it. If that were the case, none of the important things in life would get done at all.
2007-10-19 16:43:44 · answer #2 · answered by neniaf 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well maybe the teacher thinks the student doesn't have all the information they need. maybe the student doesn't fully understand the consequences (or that's how the teacher feels). Teachers are in school for a reason- they think it's valuable.
I can tell you're really young and inexperienced and probably still living with your parents if you think you can support yourself with a part-time job that doesn't require a high school education.
listen to the teacher. it's still your decision if you want to drop out.
but your parents won't support you forever. check out how much it will cost you to have your own apartment and if you can afford it on the money you will make from your part time job.
2007-10-19 16:43:53 · answer #3 · answered by Sufi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teachers just want to make sure that the student understand the consequences that this decision could have. If there is something the teacher can do to help them to feel better about school or to raise their grades, they need to know. School isnt for everyone but maybe the student would be better off transferring to a technical school. If nothing else works, they need to know how they can get their GED.
2007-10-19 16:44:14 · answer #4 · answered by Diane M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because the teacher knows better. Everyone hates school at one point or another, and while you're living it, it doesnt seem worth dealing with. But, trust me on this, finishing high school is the best thing you can do for yourself, and, once its over, you never have to look back; all the pettiness seems insignificant.
In today's world, one must have a dipolma (or at least an equivalent) to succeed. Its not a fun truth, but it is the truth.
2007-10-19 16:43:34 · answer #5 · answered by Victoria 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Honestly ... the teacher wants what is best for you. You think you want a job and to quit school. But at my age, you will regret not having a higher education. I promise you. So the teacher is trying to sway your opinions about school. If it's the classes you're taking ... try switching them. Tell the teacher your study troubles ... maybe she/he can help. Just stay in school ... education is VERY important. And with our ever changing society ... who knows where you will end up in 10 years without it. :0)
2007-10-19 16:43:04 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bureau of Labor Statistics has a pretty informative chart comparing the average salaries of people with the lowest amounts of education (dropouts) to those with advanced degrees.
Mind you, the number listed is BEFORE taxes and benefits (health insurance, etc.) are deducted, and if you've never paid taxes or had benefits deducted, trust me, it's a pretty good chunk of change deducted each pay period (for me personally, it lowers my salary by about $1000 or so per month and I'm a college graduate with some post-graduate experience).
http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.htm.
2007-10-19 18:19:21 · answer #7 · answered by deliberateliteratejen 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋