Too many high schools promote college or you're a failure. And don't forget sitting on your azz all day playing computer games or on the smart phone instead of building a train layout (learning about carpentry/electricity), building model kits, working with their "old man" repairing the faucet leak, or fixing/repairing their bike. One bright spot are the younger set here on CABE who actually know how to use tools.
In the future, electricians, plumbers, car mechanics, machinests, etc., may just rule the world!!!