No More School for You

As the Amish children wrap up their formal education at the eighth-grade level, a distinctive phase awaits them, resembling a vocational school of sorts. It’s a time when they eagerly embrace the opportunity to acquire diverse skills, all with the overarching goal of becoming invaluable contributors to the tight-knit Amish society.

Some may find their calling in the art of homemaking, while others are drawn to the craftsman’s bench or the world of carpentry. The spectrum of possibilities stretches far and wide, mirroring the intricate tapestry of roles that each Amish member eventually takes on within their cherished community.