Lau, Yuk KingYuk KingLauTsang, Bill Y.P.Bill Y.P.TsangProf. KWOK Kan, DianaDianaProf. KWOK Kan2026-02-132026-02-132007International Journal on School Disaffection, 2007, vol. 5(1), pp. 7-10.1747-92071478-8497http://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11861/26788The article discusses the role that cultural values play in school dropouts in Hong Kong, China. The factors associated with a student's dropping out from school are discussed by carrying out research with five school dropouts. It is stated that the dropping out of a student is mostly attributed to rejection, rumors and betrayal by a friend. Findings of the research proved the importance of renegotiation of cultural values. It is suggested that schools should be more sensitive and responsive to the learning needs of every student.enHong Kong (China)ChinaSchool Dropout ResearchStudent AttitudesCultural ValuesPeer Reviewed Journal Article10.18546/IJSD.05.1.03