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Cultivate Relationships
Students have opportunities to form relationships beyond the family and community units. Relationships occur around shared interests in school; there, students interact with teachers and professors through guidance, friends through athletic and extracurricular activities, and classmates through seating arrangements. The quality of relationships with extraordinary faculty and dedicated students humanizes educational institutions.

Apply Knowledge
Some students have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and enjoy school for the sake of learning. Schools enable students to learn a vast amount of material, ranging from history to art, and develop the capacity to apply the information as they see fit. Students gain access to libraries, art facilities and other resources at school that otherwise would be unavailable for those who love learning for learning's sake.

Practice Awareness
School serves as an area of both cultural and economic awareness. Students are not only exposed to different cultures and belief systems through literature; they interact with other students whose upbringing and values may not mirror their own. School districts often initiate foreign language studies, religious observances and diversity to foster student cultural awareness.

Exercise Self-Discipline
Students must maintain self-discipline to earn good grades and achieve in school. Many teachers expect students to complete their homework faithfully, practice their instruments and attempt extra credit assignments. In return, students are rewarded for their hard work with accolades and praise. Some students enjoy the satisfaction in reaching their goals, bringing home outstanding report cards, and developing a sense of pride.

Change Circumstances
Attending school and obtaining an education can change a student's circumstances. School may be the only option for disadvantaged youth seeking to escape unfavorable lifestyles through higher education. Students can