Why Graduate from High School?

Money

• High School Graduates earn an average of $143 per week more than a dropout.

• Go on to college and you’ll earn an average of $479 more per week.

Better Jobs

• Most jobs that pay more than minimum wage require a high school diploma.

• The military requires a high school diploma for 90% of new recruits.

• Higher paying jobs usually include health/dental insurance and retirement plans.

Opportunities

• Living above the poverty line (family of 4 making less than $23,850 per year) allows you access to:• Better housing and neighborhoods• Better food• Recreation/travel• Health care• 82% of prisoners are high school

dropouts

Added Bonuses

• Boosts confidence and self-esteem• Build relationships that last• Be a role model to siblings and

friends• Know a variety of things• Helps you discover your skills

and abilities• More likely to be happy

What Do You Have to Do?

• Be in school everyday you can• Understand that you are preparing for your future• Listen and participate in lessons• Do the work and turn it in on time• Treat others with respect

• All of these things will help you when you are an adult to have the best life you can make for yourself!