Advance and Succeed
Earning a high school diploma from KU High School is an investment in your future. Statistics show that earning a high school diploma greatly increases a person's employment opportunities and earning potential.
Note: Data are 2006 annual avarge for persos age 25 and over Earnings are for full-time wages and salary workers.
Srouce: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Current Population Survey
http://www.bls.gov/emp/emptab7.html (accessed August 1, 2007)
Why get your diploma?
As you can see, the more education you have, the better the likelihood of finding a job that pays well. Without a high school diploma, you're up against some pretty stiff odds when you apply for a job. In fact, 85% of working adults have attained a high school diploma or higher - putting those who haven't at a real disadvantage.
Why go beyond high school?
Clearly, a high school diploma makes you more competitive in the job market. It also improves your long-term prospects by opening the door to higher education. Education is such a valuable asset that there's no reason not to set your sights as high as you can!
* Associate's degree and above
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor