THE CAUSES OF GIRLS' SCHOOL DROP OUT IN AGWATA SUB-COUNTY- DOKOLO DISTRICT. A CASE STUDY IN AWEROWOT PRIMARY SCHOOL (2007 - 2009)

ABSTRACT

This study was conducted on the topic the causes of girls' school drop out

at Awerowot primary school, Agwoto sub county, Dokolo District.

The purpose of the study was to establish the causes of girls' school drop

out at Awerowot primary school.

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his inquiry. The participants were girls, boys; teachers and parents. The.

data collected was presented on descriptive form and on frequency

distribution table using simple numerical counts. and percentages.

-The study revealed that:-

of early marriage, child neglect, lock of interest, negative attitudes,

defilement, rope, domestic problems and early pregnancy among

others.

"lo Parents involvement in girls' education con be enhanced by carrying

out community mobilization and sensitization, intensive and regular

meetings and organizing school open days.