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Through the years, the high school graduation has developed into a series of
rituals: the cap and gown, "Pomp and Circumstance," diplomas,
handshakes, long speeches, and the inevitable question, "What are you going
to do after high school?" You take a deep breath, and sigh at being asked
yet again. You then say those four fatal words that nobody wants to hear,
"I don't know yet." Wrong answer, your grandmother won't be
satisfied with that answer and neither should you. Explore AfterHigh's guides for life after high school. You'll discover whether you want your life after high school to include plunging into a career, exploring alternatives, or jumping right into college. Reading our student guides will give you a look at life after high school especially from your perspective.
Alternatives - There are many ways to receive training post high school. College isn't your only option. You need to sit down and evaluate your interests and abilities before you make a decision. You also need to explore alternatives to college. Jumping into college prematurely can result in a great deal of heartache and disappointment for both you and your parents. Careers - There is a career for everyone who desires to work. However, you must ask yourself, “Do I have the desire and ability to do this?” Interest in a particular career needs to come from your natural tendencies. You don't just decide to become an artist if you aren't already interested in art. You must pick something that goes along with your personality, interests, and abilities. As the saying goes, "If you choose a job you love, you'll never work a day of your life." Search through the possibilities and explore your options before you become a banker, just because everyone else in your family was a banker. College - More and more jobs that used to require only a high school education now call for a degree. However a college education can provide you with more than a degree. The opportunities for personal growth and development that will be available to you aren't just related to career preparation. A college experience will give you life skills in addition to the diploma. Real World - So what's it like out there in the real world? What do I need to know first? What haven't my parents told me yet? Resources - So how did you guys learn all of this? And where can I go to learn more? Student Guides - Come here for specialized information. If you are a girl, a minority, someone with a disability, an adult student, whatever, we're bound to have something for you. | |||
