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The Curious Bag
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Although a high school diploma is only a piece of paper, its value is priceless--symbolizing a student's knowledge, academic achievement and desire to better herself.
Careers
High school diplomas ultimately determine what kind of a career you will have in life. "Through obtaining a high school diploma, students develop work habits and career skills that can prepare them for the workforce," according to Diploma Guide.
Advanced Education
Though some colleges--such as community colleges--don't require a high school diploma, individuals without one have to prove to four- or six-year colleges through testing that they are academically prepared, according to Phony Diploma.
Vital Skills
While earning a high school diploma, you will gain skills vital to functioning in society, such as writing, communicating, mathematics and science.
Earnings
People with a high school diploma earn more than those without a high school degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, people with a high school diploma make almost $200 more a week than those without a high school diploma--and as much as $10,000 more annually.
Employability
Those with a high school diploma are 37.5 percent less at risk for unemployment, according to Streetdirectory.com.
Source:
Diploma Guide: The Benefits of Earning a High School Diploma
Street Directory: Benefits Of Getting High School Diploma
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Weekly Earnings
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