High school dropouts cost countries a staggering amount of money
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While the purpose of education can’t be reduced to promoting economic growth, every child out of school represents both lost opportunities — and huge economic costs — for countries.
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BEYOND LOCAL: The social and financial cost of high school dropouts - Timmins News
Canada is falling behind other countries in meeting the needs of former youth in care
Canada Is Falling Behind Other Countries In Meeting The Needs Of Former Youth In Care
Canada is falling behind other countries in meeting the needs of former youth in care
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5 factors that contribute to students finishing high school, News
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Ripple Effect: The Cost of the College Dropout Rate – Third Way
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Rate of high school dropouts U.S. 2021
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The Economic Impact of High School Dropouts
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College Dropout Rate in the US and What's Causing It