Originally Posted by
Roody
But there isn't enough time or money to learn everything. High school students in particular are pressed for time and cash. They have to make hard choices about which knowledge and skills they should pursue.
Which is why you need to prioritize skills. Knowing how to operate a vehicle is an important skill to have, since having that skill at one's disposal opens up many options; like being able to take jobs that a car-free person could not get.
Lot's of "car free" people in WNY miss out on great jobs because it's impractical to get to them.
Obtaining a driver's license in the United States is a no-brainer. You may never drive, but having that option open is the key part here.
It's like knowing how to operate a computer, and effectively use the internet. You may never need that skill, but it opens up a host of options.