Graduation Matters

Graduating from high school is as important now as ever and maybe more so.  Across the state graduation rates seem to be declining.  Students must understand that in today's society that a high school education is a must if they are to be successful.  Promoting this and imbedding it into minds of our youth is not only the schools role, but the community's as well. 

“Our ultimate goal is to help Missourians prepare themselves with the goals, education and skills they need to be competitive and prosperous throughout their careers,” said Michele Clark, a communications specialist at DESE and coordinator of the project. “Part of that effort involves convincing some young people of the critical importance of staying in school, graduating and preparing for what comes after high school.”

Thayer schools hope that everyone gets behind this movement and encourages a child to stay in school.  Click the link Graduation Matters to watch a video clip on the importance of staying in school or listen to KKountry 95 for the public service announcement, because graduation does matter.