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Middle School Moment

The make-or-break moment for high school dropouts may actually occur in middle school.

Aired 07/16/2012 | Rating NR

FRONTLINE

Middle School Moment

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The make-or-break moment for high school dropouts may actually occur in middle school.

Nationwide, 7,000 students drop out every school day, but new evidence suggests that the make-or-break moment for high school dropouts may actually occur in middle school. FRONTLINE examines one Bronx school's unique approach.

Aired 07/16/2012 | Rating NR

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