Understanding and Addressing School Dropout Rates
Understanding the Rising School Dropout Rates
Are you aware that school dropout rates are increasing in our region? We convened at the Palau Conference in Valencia to discuss this pressing issue, which, if left unaddressed, will lead to various problems in the future.
School Dropout Rates in Valencia: A Critical Situation
The Valencian Community has the second-highest rate of school dropouts among Spanish autonomous communities, at 39.7%. This is only behind Ceuta, which reaches 52%. The situation has worsened by 14.4 index points between 2000 and 2006. A study by the magazine Education warns that these figures “leave the educational system in Valencia on the edge of bankruptcy.”
Investigating the Causes of Academic Failure
Academic failure is increasingly prevalent among students in schools. This raises questions about the potential causes behind the lack of effort being made by young people. Is it today’s society that promotes easy money without effort? Is studying too hard for students? Is this school failure due to excessive demands from schools? Or is it a current trend to be “bad” at school to gain respect from peers? These questions are explored in this text, along with my personal opinions on the matter.
Student Perspectives and Challenges
- Firstly, I believe that some students exhibit *vagueza* (laziness) when faced with studying for hours. The thought that studying is “sick” and that the review might be useless is a negative mindset that affects some students.
- Other times, students watch television programs such as *Big Brother* and believe they don’t need to study to succeed. They think television can solve all their problems. This fosters the idea of earning easy money without effort.
- Some students also claim that the subjects are too difficult and that they fail to understand anything. This is often an excuse, blaming others when the real issue is the student’s lack of effort to understand the material.
Teacher Demands and Student Reactions
Some individuals blame the high demands of teachers, who require extensive studying and good behavior. If we consider the student’s perspective, it’s almost impossible for someone to be perfectly behaved and attentive in class all the time. This thought process leads students to disregard these demands.
The “Bad Student” Image and Peer Pressure
Some students, to gain acceptance within certain groups, choose to become the “bad” student in class – the typical rebel who disobeys teachers and fails all subjects. These individuals believe this behavior will earn them respect from others.
Acknowledgments
I want to thank the people who made this speech possible, including my parents and my friends, for their support. Politics is not a topic I’m particularly fond of, and they have been supportive throughout. I also thank all those present today for their presence and attention.
Conclusion: A Call to Action
In conclusion, people should stop making excuses and engaging in pointless behaviors that benefit no one. It’s crucial to be self-critical and improve study habits to secure a good job in the future and avoid the desperation of unemployment. Many people who don’t finish their studies regret it later because they have to struggle to earn a living. It is essential to make an effort to succeed.