I'm not trying to patronize you. It just seems as even though you've asked for discussion you have your mind made up anyway it is kind of annoying because the other points aren't really being addressed, that's all.
Haven't been on GC for a while, but I figure I could update this thread. I did drop out, and I got my GED the first time I took the test. Passed with a 3520, and was in at least the 95th percentile in every subject. Now I'm working one kick ass job, and one that's not so kick ass. I'm independently studying chemistry and working with and learning from a local small business owner. Everything's going swell.