Community Youth Topics

What Does the Future Hold ….Education and Careers

- My Future – what are your options
- The Outlook at Occupations – from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Apprenticeship Programs – programs that can give you hands on experience that could lead to a career for you
- School to Manufacturing – a program that provides a chance to experience careers in manufacturing
- Armed Services – check out the armed service careers and future educational opportunities that might be available to you
- Cover Letter (Word document 22kb)– tools to help you prepare for that very important interview
- Resume Samples – how do you tell people about who you are and what your talents are

Parent Section and Resources

It is very important that you make site visits to the schools you have interest in attending after high school. Be sure to ask them about financial aid and scholarships directly from their institution that will make it easier for you to attend.
http://www2.ed.gov/programs/fpg/index.html – grants are different than loans. check out the Federal Pell Grants and see if you are eligible.
http://www.collegegrad.com/careers/all.shtml – there are many online sites that can help with career choices.