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February, 2022

high school juniors, you want to get a summer internship
February 28, 2022

10 reasons a high school internship is important for any student

Not just any summer job will do!  That is, not any job will do if you want to save yourself valuable time and money after graduation.  …

10 big reasons you need a portfolio to begin your career
February 23, 2022

10 reasons all students need to create and share a portfolio

Why a portfolio is important at the start of your career A portfolio is one of the quickest ways to demonstrate your competencies. Think of it …

education systems should lift up students, not grades
February 21, 2022

Education systems should lift up students, not grades

This post by Peter Hostrawser was originally published by Teachers Going Gradeless, and has been reposted with permission. “Mr. Hostrawser, how do I get my grade …

teachers, students can track their own learning progress
February 16, 2022

Helping students track their learning

Do you ever find an old photo album at a family member’s house? “I forgot about that high school ski trip!”“My first recital, I was so …

personal branding - show why you're the perfect fit for the job
February 14, 2022

Leverage personal branding to get hired for summer jobs

Almost 2 million students will graduate with bachelor’s degrees this spring, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. That’s an awful lot of competition for …

get free money for your education
February 9, 2022

How do I get a college scholarship, and how much can I get?

$100 million in scholarship money goes unawarded each year, according to the National Scholarship Providers Association. The main reason will baffle you – not enough students …

business ideas for high school students teens
February 7, 2022

21 easy business ideas to start as a teenager

Online business has been a way of life for many young entrepreneurs for many years. But the last two years have seen opportunities skyrocket as remote …

jobs & internships for high school students
February 2, 2022

How to find jobs for high school students

Internships & jobs for students are out there! We’ve shared these statistics before, but repetition is important.  The Society of Human Resources Managers reports 83% of …