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EPISODE · May 28, 2026 · 11 MIN

High School Rites of Passage in the U.S. | English Listening Practice

from The Sharing English Podcast · host Freya Yskes

Why do Americans care so much about prom and graduation? In this episode, we explore some of the biggest high school traditions in the United States and why they matter culturally. Learn about prom, graduation ceremonies, yearbooks, senior year, and the transition into adulthood in American culture. We also discuss how movies compare to reality—and why finishing high school can be such an important milestone for many Americans.Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcastMusic: “Cherish” by Sascha Ende https://ende.app/en/song/498-cherishLicense: https://ende.app/en/standard-license

Why do Americans care so much about prom and graduation? In this episode, we explore some of the biggest high school traditions in the United States and why they matter culturally. Learn about prom, graduation ceremonies, yearbooks, senior year, and the transition into adulthood in American culture. We also discuss how movies compare to reality—and why finishing high school can be such an important milestone for many Americans.Website: https://www.sharing-english.com/podcastMusic: “Cherish” by Sascha Ende https://ende.app/en/song/498-cherishLicense: https://ende.app/en/standard-license

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