We also looked into what tutors do with the money and found that many of the students turn it over to their parents as part of the family budget. Others buy their own things and relieve some of the pressure in the family budget. Family pride is renewed. This pride comes from the fact that the tutors are contributing and that the school is acknowledging their work as important. Benefits for Schools Reduced absenteeism.
Tutors show up for school.
Reduced disciplinary action. Lower dropout rates. There is a less than 2 percent dropout rate among tutors. In Texas, and in many other states, there are legislative agendas and great efforts made in order to reduce the dropout rate. The Coca-Cola Valued Youth Program is one proven way of doing that.