[CP.AR]

Haven't read through the whole thread but here's what a handful of my dropout friends are doing (I only know less than 10...)

1.) Dropped out at Grade 12 after term 2 of 3. Worked at White spot since day one starting as a dishwasher. He is now pretty high up in the kitchen hierarchy at his local white spot and living comfortably.

2.) Stuck to the end of Grade 12 but never finished as he failed some critical courses. Works promoting for a club. I barely see this guy anymore since i'm not a clubbing guy. But the last time I've seen him, he said that though he makes a bit of dough - it's such gruelling work (not as flashy as it seems on the surface) and wished he never got into the business.

3.) Dropped out end of Grade 11 and then went on to "borrow" some of his parents' money to open up a small factory in China. His factory produces graded metal nuts and bolts, and has them shipped worldwide (including Canada). Yes he was a bit spoiled in the beginning with the "borrowing" from his parents... but he has definitely hit it big and is living VERY comfortably.

4.) This is where the fairytales end: Dropped out midway thru Grade 12, Dealt drugs and then got hooked ONTO drugs before successfully getting completely clean mid last year. Works at fast food chain store making minimum wage.

5.) As above but without the drugs, Worked several part time jobs including Subway, Starbucks, McDonalds, Future Shop. Last I heard she is now working as an associate at Nine West and Aldo... both part time.