I think all of us as managers have discovered June, July, and August to be the most significant drop in retention. For the most, part there are issues concerning child care and finance. Most of our students are the sole providers of their families and most work during times kids are out of school during summer months. In Texas, a child cannot stay alone in a home unless they are 14 years old. This is a huge factor when it comes to a student making a decision to stay in school versus their children compliance to state laws as well as their safety at home.
