Education Prevents Crime, Says New Study
An article in today’s San Francisco Chronicle confirmed what we suspected: that education prevents crime.
The piece by Jill Tucker, entitled "Fewer dropouts could cut crime, save tax dollars ", is based upon research findings released last week by the California Dropout Research Project.
The bottom line is that as tough as times may be for people during this economic downturn, things may be even tougher for dropouts. Dropouts generally earn less money than graduates, they have fewer job options, and they are commonly overlooked with regard to promotions.
These factors could easily lead to frustration and dissatisfaction with life in general. And some may turn to crime.
There are many reasons that compel students to leave school - work, marriage, joining the military, boredom, learning problems, peer difficulties, apathy.
But there is hope for those in this situation. Many finish school by studying and passing the GED test, which is usually treated by employers and higher education institutions as the equivalent of a high school diploma. So those holding a GED certificate are eligible to apply for jobs that require a high school diploma; and they may also enroll in college.
Popular online GED preparation programs are a godsend for those who do not have the luxury of cutting job hours to attend on-campus classes. And after receiving the GED certificate, online degree programs are a great way to continue to move forward and earn a college diploma as well.
Crime may be prevalent in a higher percentage of high school dropouts; but the remedy for that is simple: Students should stay in school at least through high school graduation.
And if it is too late for that, passing the GED test is the next best thing.
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