1. Prevention Methods against student drop outs
   1. Mentoship/guidance programs
   2. Programs of assistance for struggling students
   3. Targeting at risk students
   4. Drop out rates in different areas
2. Life Goals
   1. Student Ambition
   2. O*Net job and Personality Assessments
   3. Resources provided by schools to assist students
3. School Environment
   1. School Spirit
   2. Student Teacher Relations
   3. Diversity
   4. Opportunity
4. Student Values
   1. Nature/Nurture Issues affecting student attitude
   2. Family involvement, beliefs, and attitude towards school
   3. Extra-curricular Activities