[phosureee]

I am 14 and i am planning to drop out of school.
I don't know what to do or anything after that.
I have just decided on that.

Please give me some opinions on where i should start.
I am a guy btw.

[M0NSTER*]

Well, first of all, I would strongly advise you to NOT drop out of school. You are only 14, and I do not know of your situation, but education is really important- it really opens up so many opportunities for you- and you should stick with it (or at least graduate from high school.) Some people don't realize just how valuable and how integral it is to pursue an education, and it'd be a shame if you are one of those people. Have you talked to family, friends, counselors? I am sure they can help you.

As for what to do after dropping out of school, I don't know what you can do at that age. You can't hold a job since you are underage...and I don't know about you, but if I dropped out I probably wouldn't be getting allowance. Perhaps you can hang out at your local library and at least read books...be educated on things you really enjoy.

I really hope you rethink this, and all the best to you!

[loisir]

Why do you want to drop out of school?

From what I've heard, many people who chose to drop out school regret doing so when they grew up/became older. They still have to study later, as in like they wasted the time they could have used to study earlier...

I don't know what you can do after dropping out of school.. But at least you have something to do when you're schooling right...?

Aye, I just think that you should reconsider your decision seriously, really.

[mentalfiction]

Okay, I do not know the reason for you to even consider dropping out of school, but I'm 14 and I hate school to the core xD
But no matter what the reason, your education matters most
Hope you'd rethink but seriously, don't do it

[Pixie Dust]

Honestly, i think you shouldn't drop out of school.
Being a drop out - cuts so many opportunities in life - for your future.
It cuts so many pathways you could've had if you stayed in school.

I do think that education should matter most.
More than anything. Because education is what sets you down for life, after your schooling years.

Also, it could give a chance for other people, to point and laugh - because you're the 'drop out kid'
This could just hurt you in the end. Im definitely sure, that you will regret this decision if you decide to pursue it.

I guess, many of the response you've received and will receive, will just say the exact same.
But they are all right. Staying in school - whether you like it or not, is the best possible choice.



But who am i to have a say in this right?

[drago]

its ultimately you decision on what you do in life. If you're 14 then you're not even in high school yet? a lot of people are getting laid off due to our economic crisis. If this wasn't the case i would say try to get into the trades..but being 14 its hard for an employer in the trades to hire you, since you don't have a car.. nor any tools to get started.

I don't know if you consulted your parents or what they would do if you told them you were dropping out. Either way i don't think its the best time to drop out now anyway.

[vip_gd]

^
yeah, i agree
BAD TIMING.
do you read or watch the news?

there are a lot of reasons why you shouldn't drop out.
and you're so young, you should at least continue studying till you finish high school.

you should have a strong reason why you're planning to drop out
is it because of financial problems? issues with schoolwork/teachers/students? lack of interest?

[bgirlxstylistic]

^ agreed to all the posts.


trust me, you don't wanna go this way, especially at an early age like yours.
i know many people who dropped out, and their life is completely miserable..
no offence, but really it is, they even admit it themselves.
they can't get a decent job because nowadays, most jobs that pay good won't accept non-graduates anymore.
& they're too lazy to even get back in the flow, so they're stuck doing nothing at all.
it's just hectic, trust me on that. not a good way to start life.

[Babylicious xo12]

question first....WHY are you dropping out of school?
cuz you're bored...you dont do well in it..whats the reason?
cuz alot of people have thoughts of dropping out of school..cuz they just dont think its worth it. trust me..its worth it. i hate school to the very core, but i'd rather go through school, get my degrees, b/c when you're lookin for a job..they'll hire the person who has more educational backround. Specially at 14..you're not gonna find much at all to do w/ your life in the real world.
did you talk to your parents about this? what do they think?

[prisonerzero]

Why do you even want to drop out of school? You're only fourteen!

[PH4T]

I've had friends who dropped out of high school and they honestly regret it.
If I were you, I would wait until I get my high school diploma.
'Cause even a high school diploma can get you to some places.
At the time being, you can always try to get a full-time job, but not many would hire you if they find that you were uneducated.

[dancingbymyself]

If you're really gonna do it.


1. Either take the GED or check if they have that school that lets you
graduate in like 6months where you live. (Yes they have that)

2. Take the SAT.

3. Apply to colleges (suprisingly you actually have a shot)

4. If you don't get accepted anywhere start at community college

5. Transfer to a 4 year college (only if you do number 4.)


Yesh... I did the same thing lol. Only I took the GED when I was
a junior in HS, not when I was 14. When I applied to colleges,
I was actually accepted by some pretty ok schools (Rutgers, Temple, Virginia Tech)
I ended up going to community college though due to financial issues.



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All you people that are just like... don't do it...
it's not really helpful. He didn't ask if he should
drop out of school, he asked what he should do when
he drops out of school.

[Lavender.Sky]

why do you wanna drop out?

[Shikabane Hime]

I don't know what to do or anything after that.

Maybe you just start with getting a job?
And build up some credit history?

Oh wait, you're 14! You can't get any of that anyways LOLOL

Oh, and you're a guy, which makes it so much harder since your body probably can't generate revenue.

[emceej]

aiyo. don't drop out.
do consider the consequences if you have no high school degree.
with this kind of economy, do you think you will survive in the future >:O?

even though you think you could take those online classes or the 6 month thing on the future,
why do you want to do all that hard work later? do it now and get over it.
and how would you get a job without a diploma? my friends have bachelor degrees and they don't even have a job due to the current situation of the economy.

the bottom line is, ask yourself if your doing the right decision.
your future is what you make it and one mistake can ruin everything.
dropping out of school will make you regret it.

[3letters]

With the way the economy is going, where could you possibly be without a highschool degree. Companies won't even consider hiring you.
If you're first generation in U.S.A or Canada you would know how hard your parents stuggle to survive, do you really want that for yourself?
You're only 14, I can't imagine how hard school could be... If I'm correct, you're either in your last year of middle school or you have just entered highschool. And from what I know here in Canada, you need to be 16 to be able to drop out of school.

So if you want to drop out of school, be my guest. But know, you probably wont have a future. You probably won't be able to find a job. And people will look down on you for the rest of your life.

[kneenah]

im not going to stop you from dropping out of school if thats what you want to do because im not your parent.
but you are rather young... like 14 is like the first year of high school right? and the people above are correct in that it is bad timing because the economy is TERRIBLEE.

but you can always just get a GED... ive heard that it is not thatttt difficult to get.

[lovecubedlee]

Maybe you just start with getting a job?
And build up some credit history?

Oh wait, you're 14! You can't get any of that anyways LOLOL

Oh, and you're a guy, which makes it so much harder since your body probably can't generate revenue.

^HHAHAHAHAHAHAHHHA
oh you.

anyway, uh, yeah
everyone already said what i had to say.
maybe you should wait till you get to high school before you decide to drop out...
like 16+ cuz then you can actually like.. drive yourself to work at coldstone's
good luck!

[DaAzNkIgGa627]

Heh at Shikabane Hime

Well obviously I will tell you not to drop out, or if you are seriously considering it to carefully weigh the pros and cons. Obviouslly I do not know your entire situation, but I can tell you as a general rule... the economy is tanking. In this job climate, it will be absolutely ridiculous to get a job, especially at 14. Although by no means will it be impossible.

Anyways, I agree with Dancingbymyself. Get your GED if you're serious about dropping out. An education is really a vital thing in today's world.

Now maybe the problem you face is that you are not particularly inclined or interested in academics. If this is the case, you can always try to get technical jobs which are in demand. Still a GED is essential. Afterwards apply to programs at your local technical/community college in order to gain some technical skills. Electricians, plumbers, welders etc. etc.

I suspect for some reason that you are more of a hands on builder-ish person than a sit-down academic type. This is totally okay, I am guessing from your username you are Asian however. This is very likely going to be looked down upon by your parents (blue collar work). I say that you should try bargaining with them, agree to complete high school or your GED in return for their blessings on you pursuing a path of more technical skill.

Regardless of what you do, make sure you ask yourself these questions.

1) Will I honestly regret this decision in 5 years?
2) Will I be happy in 5 years?
3) Is something causing me to be rash about this decision?
4) How long have I considered dropping out?

I wish you the best of luck, but never give up, no matter where life leads you.

[josebiwasabi]

if you do this, you will shortly regret it after a couple years of real work (if you can find a job with no qualifications). i can almost guarantee it.