Synopsis
The purpose of this study is to compare the role of “religious” and “secular” participation during the adolescent years in promoting educational “success,” defined here as on-time graduation from high school and total years of educational attainment, especially for poor and minority children. “Religious participation” includes participation in non-worship activities through a religious institution, such as youth group, volunteering, or classes. “Secular participation” includes engagement in extracurricular activities and association with non-school organizations that are not religious in nature.
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