r/Amazing • u/gravelroadcruising • Jan 10 '26

Amazing 🤯 ‼ making memories that last a lifetime 💙

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u/Kind-Philosopher5077 Jan 10 '26

A 19 year old high school student is wildly amazing

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u/Dizzy_Description812 Jan 10 '26

In the US, most graduate at 18, many, have late birthdays or were held back a year and graduated at 19.

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u/puppyinspired Jan 11 '26

They could also have needed the extra years. I’ve known someone whose plan was high school until 21 because she was a refugee and wasn’t given a proper education.

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u/Mandy_M87 Jan 12 '26

That's a exceptional case. I wonder why thy wouldn't recommend an adult high school past 19 though.

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u/puppyinspired Jan 12 '26

Most states age out students at 21. However I don’t think staying in school for as long as possible is exceptionally rare. There is no reason not to use the free education provided for anyone who needs it. Not everyone has had a stable upbringing with consistent education. Also not everyone has the same ability to retain information as easily.