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The Importance of High School Completion

10/22/2018

 
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In Kenosha County, high school graduates make at least $10,000 more than those who did not finish and are 42% more likely to be employed. We as a community have the opportunity to make a difference in the generations to come by providing them the tools, resources, knowledge, and motivation they need to succeed.

The current four year high school completion rate in Kenosha County is 88%, but this is not the case for all students. Although fairly high, only 80% of economically disadvantaged students graduate in four years, compared to their counterparts at 93%; and Black and Hispanic students graduate at rates of 75% and 84%, respectively, compared to their White counterparts at 92%.

Currently, only 11% of jobs don’t require a high school degree or more. Applicants for positions in carpentry, in the warehouse at Uline, or part-time in customer service at Gander Mountain are all expected to have at least a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). By 2025, it’s estimated that 62% of jobs will require some kind of post-secondary credential. To continue in postsecondary education, whether it is getting certified as a CNA, esthetician, or earning a 4-year degree in any field—a high school diploma or GED is almost always required.

Each step along the way is integral to graduation. A student not proficient in reading by third grade is 4 times less likely to graduate high school, and a student who passes algebra by the end of ninth grade is 75% more likely to graduate. Helping young students believe in their potential to understand math can make a huge impact on their future.

Regardless of whether a student is meeting these requirements, there are opportunities in our community to increase high school completion. The Boys & Girls Club offers children of all ages a safe space for physical activity and homework support. Conversations about careers and education can begin at any age, and using a resource like Career Cruising, an online tool, can help. A community united around a shared goal of increasing high school completion will lead to better outcomes for both our children and our community.

Get Involved
  • Participate in the PowerUp 2018 College and Resource Fair on October 27th from 8:30-2pm at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside student center.
  • Volunteer in the Readers are Leaders tutoring program.  www.kenoshaunitedway.org/readers-are-leaders-tutoring-program
  • Contact your local colleges, universities, and discuss with your high school advisors on scholarships as well as college exploration opportunities.
  • Get involved with the Boys & Girls Club Teen Center Programs, Diplomas 2 Degrees and Career Launch.
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Written by Megan Maurer
Communication Intern - Carthage College
Published in Kenosha News


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