I want to go back to schools but I don't know how.

[C_Smith612]

Hi

Half way though year 9 I dropped out of school due to bullying from both teachers and students. Sadly the only people who believed me were my family. I did try and go back to school in year 10 to a different but my dad and younger sister died in an accident. So I only lasted 4 weeks. Last year I was accepted into a year 11 class in the school that my younger sister who passed away attended. But with her death and being around all the people who were her friends. I couldn't cope and left after 2 weeks of attendance. I tried to enter another school this year but they said with my prior non attendance they didn't want to set me up for failure. I want to know what other options do I have because I do want to complete my schooling. I have looked at tafe but I don't have the money. And I need it to be flexible because after my dad's death my mum hasn't been around much. And my two remaining little sisters are in school.

Thank you to anyone who has any suggestions.

[geoff]

hello C.Smith, I'm terribly sorry it's been a couple of days since you posted your comment, sometimes they get through the cracks especially when the site is busy and before you know it your comment has been passed over to page 2 or 3.
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your dad and your younger sister, the pain, the tears and beginning to feel depressed is what you are struggling with, again I'm so sorry.
It would be too difficult to be at school with your sister's friends and can understand how you would be feeling and realise that going to this school would be too difficult, and I'm sure everyone would know this and deep down would be supporting you in their thoughts.
You can always complete school at a later date, there's no reason why you should do it now at a later date when your sisters finish school, or as they grow older then you could do it or take on an apprenticeship in a field of work you think you would like to do,
By doing this you will be two steps ahead of your friends who are finishing year 12 who have to find a job they like, in other words, you maybe 3 years into becoming a builder/plumber/electrician.
If you want to do this then you will still have to go to school, but it's another great option to consider. Geoff.

[romantic_thi3f]

Hi C.Smith612,

Welcome to the forums.

Gosh you've got a lot on your plate! I'm so sorry to hear about your loss and hope that you're doing okay.

It sounds like you've come here for a little bit more of a practical advice rather than talking about what's happened and how you're feeling; is that right?

It would be great to get an idea of what sort of things you're interested in so that we can try and brainstorm some options. You're right in that TAFE can be expensive, but they also have lots of Government funded courses and scholarships.

Can you let us know what state you are in? There are lots of different services by state. SA has a workready program, and Sydney also has fee-free courses. I've also heard of a few community organisations offering free courses. It's completely okay if you don't want to let us know; perhaps you could try your local council?

I'm also thinking about Centrelink as they offer free courses fully funded if you're receiving a payment. This might be worth looking into as well.

Hopefully this can give you something to think about!