why do teens still go to high school when all they got to do is take a G.E.D.?
357980
You can get a G.E.D. with an 8th-grade education - it doesn't mean nearly as much as a real diploma...
1039172
With many high school students so apathetic about their high-school education (it seems like the majority) the higher education organizations need to decide the ones who will will benefit the most or who has the drive to be a student. The SATs and ACTs are a way of measuring this but of course there are limitations with this approach.
1051129
Most of the students from high school are lack of self-confidence,they are afraid of being away from their parents as well as new places and new faces they are going to encounter as well as the challenges of the courses that preparatory for their professions someday!More thesis, homeworks,projects and alot of school works in which they have fatigue during high school!But the most challenging that they don't know is it is very enjoyable being in college as we they will learn how to become independent and makes many decisions for themselves away from home!
223590
Well, to be completely honest, that school is pretty much for people who didn't fit in at all in high school, and it shows.  A freind of mine with similar problems went, and she said it was like being around a whole group of people with no real social skills and she ended up leaving after a year.
1045640
I don't think they really know what they're doing. They study 'coz their parents told them to do so. Then they look for job 'coz everyone does that, then they study more becoz they couldn't find any job. Simple. This happens to anyone who doesn't know what they're doing, not just young students.
822911
Freshmen have no experience upon entering high school.  They are used to having teachers hold them by the hand and leading them through everything.  In high school it seems like you suddenly become more independent and teacher's don't want to lead you through things step by step.  They give you something and basically let you run with it.  Also, if you fail the class then it's your fault for not trying where as in the past, at least at my schools, they've let you get by with your failure not anymore.  \nMy advisor for BPA is always telling some of us how the freshmen just stare off into space and look at him blankly.  \nThen you have your upperclassmen who have had the experience and have learned to be more independent through their past years.  What it all really boils down to is your maturity level and the experience you have between freshmen year and others.
633232
they severely limit a teens ability to socialize and blow off steam after high school and without that downtime then stress builds tension rises fights break out more often kids get more rebellious drugs rise(used to calm down that and at my school too many kids do pot,crack, whatever)\n\nits just not a good idea unless the curfew is for say a really late time like "no hanging out at friends houses or parties after midnight or 1 am" not 10 :00\n\nits just unreasonable what with studying and homework or stupid projects
893582
You have to remember you where in high school. All it is is one big popularity contest and most don't know who they are or what they want. You are in the real world now and people are totally different.
1029749
because they have to go through it alone and nobody can help them; even if they have friends they make there own desicions and stuff. They may be scared of the fact that somebody is no always there, as they get older in higher grades
199196
Because life after school is harder.
795846
I am with Frank, I do not think most teens drop out of school.  Most states have enacted legislation that compells them to stay in school until they are 18.  Additional legislation is being considered to further penalize drop outs, such as taking away their driver's license.\n\nOn the contrary, more teens than ever are finishing school and graduating than ever.  Overall our younger generation are good people who strive to live a good life and the place to start is to finish school.
226185
From my personal observations, I think that lack of support from parents is a MAJOR, MAJOR cause of this problem.  While parental support alone will not guarantee that students will complete high school, it certainly does increase the odds.  So, if any parents are reading this messge, please remember to support and encourage your children in all of their worthwhile endeavors.
1136794
I outta warn you... as a high school student. My college counselors have urged my sister not to do the same, too. Colleges such as the UCs and CSUs look for high school graduates... with good grades, extracurriculars, etc. When they see that you have a GED... they tend to think, "Who's this podunk trash with their GED? Why couldn't they sit through high school all the way? Did they want to drop out? Or were they pregnant? (if you are a female)" I'm sorry to say it that way... but it's true.\n\nColleges can be real assh*les, sometimes because they look at people with GEDs VERY negatively. They don't think, "oh, how nice! this person finished their degree in a year... instead of four! they must be gifted!" They tend think of you as a moron for getting a GED instead of a high-school diploma.\n\nHell, look at those Bryman, Westwood, PCDI, Devry, etc. commercials on the TV all the time. They say, "or get your high-school diploma..." instead of "get your GED"- because the high school diploma is far better than the GED. The GED is pretty much second rate.\n\nIf you're in high school... you can still go to a city college. Earn a ton of college credits and when you get your high school diploma... go to the city college. Then get into the Transfer Program (TAP, which means, "Transfer Alliance Program"- I'm pretty sure...) and get Honors classes. EARN A's, DAMNIT! EARN A's!! Then apply to a UC or a CSU and they'll accept you. Also... you won't have to do the classes you took at community college. ;-)\n\nTrust me... you'll be able to go to a UC. They have this new KICK A$S program now... which says, "If you are in the top 4% of your entire class... then you are GUARANTEED a seat in a UC school." I'm not kidding... it's totally true. So, try this: stay in high school, take a lot of APs and Honors classes in high school... and kick serious butt in the classes... get a FANTASTIC GPA and try to get into the top 4% of your class. Then apply. You're done. :-D\n\nBut try to get some college credits in the process, too... It's less work for when you make it to the UCs. :-)\n\nI'm going to be a senior in like 2 weeks... and I'm already breaking my back trying to make it to the top 4%. But it'll all be worth it. Just try it... It won't hurt you. Also, talk to your counselors and make them know what your goals are. :-)
717336
Um..this should be pretty obvious. It is because they teach you things that you will need to know later on, especially in college. The more you listen in high school, the easier it will be in college. And if you pay attention in class, it will probably be a lot easier to pass tests.
30904
hey supppppp\ni m sorry but if you r in high school, (public schools rock), because in private high schools they actually dont hav that much activities and public schools they hav lots of money to spend on u. I m happy that i m gettin out of private high school cuz i no it sucks. k bye g2g n please dont feel offended!
536619
I personally don't, but I would imagine that they have all kinds of thoughts going on in their heads as to what might have prevented you from finishing High School through the normal means.  Unfortunately most of those thoughts are negative.\n\nMy friend dropped out, and got her GED, so she could graduate EARLY and start College early!
1024949
Public going to high school after summer.\nno,no tutoring.figure/solve out everything by themselves. no help, teach  to be independant.