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Your Mind Is Your Ticket to the Future

Experts agree. We are living in a world where what you earn is directly related to what you learn.

If you want to be able to help your family and your community and earn a good living in the information age, education after high school will help you achieve those goals. More and more good jobs depend on the skills and knowledge that education after high school can provide.

Here are some places to begin exploring what you might like to do in the world of work. Aim for the top! Your future is filled with so many possibilities! Happy exploring!

Community Resources

dingbatAdventures in Education

College Board: Career Search

dingbatJob Star Central: Guides for Specific Careers

dingbatMapping Your Future: Middle & High School Students

dingbatMapping Your Future: Planning a Career

dingbatMapping Your Future: Skills and Interests

dingbatNational Center on Secondary Education and Transition

dingbatOccupational Outlook Handbook (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

dingbatU.S. News Online: Career Center

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