The Department of Education and Training in Nghe An Province reported that 660 students did not re-register for classes in this new school year.

 Students from disadvantaged areas drop out

As of August 25, 28 primary school students, 416 secondary school and 216 high school students dropped out. When asked about their reasons, 560 students attributed it to their academic records, while 314 said it was because of financial difficulties. Many of the remaining complained that their schools were located too far from their homes.

Educators in Nghe An have begun collaborating with local authorities and parents to persuade students to stay in school. The schools' administrators and teachers are also trying to pinpoint the reasons for large dropout rates and improve the quality of education given at their facilities.

In the meantime, there has been much progress between private philanthropists and the public education administrators to help alleviate dropout rates due to financial troubles.

This year schools will open courses for students who are unable to keep up with mainstream curriculum. As for the long-term plan, authorities will have to build dormitories to aid students from disadvantaged areas.