Graduating High School

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Graduating high school has been one of the biggest milestones of any young adults life journey, right up there along with getting a first job or a first car. From one side of the field, graduating early seems to be the best option. From graduating high school early to lay on the couch and just enjoy day to day life before everything changes into a routine that lasts for upwards of 60 to 70 years to travelling the world or starting an advanced academic career as a exchange student, the options vary wildly and are not only available to college students but the fear of uncertainty that surrounds this decision is a fuel for many to take the plunge. On the other hand, graduating early can make you feel rushed during that one year. From the time

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