Why? School encourages dating somewhat with school dances such as Prom and whatnot. I think dating in your teen years is a good way of understanding who you are, what you like and what you don't like.

I found myself going to my significant other for school/emotion support while dating and she came to me. When done right, dating while being in school can benifit you such as providing you a study partner and someone there to cheer you on and up.

I don't understand why people think there is an "age limit" to start dating. Back in the day you could get married at 15, lol. It's just doing what makes you happy as long as it doesn't negativly effect anyone else.