College Readiness Blog for Parents

Getting ready for college is nothing compared to getting ready for that first internship. Just make sure your teens remember the key to any successful internship: R-E-S-P-E-C-T.

Going into college, I had no idea what I wanted to do. As I am getting ready to leave, I still can’t honestly say I know what I want to do for the rest of my life. Yet I was able to narrow down my choices in college in a few different ways. First of [...]

Career readiness seems far away in high school, but a lack of preparation catches up fast. Find out how a high school junior can get juggle it all and still work on career readiness.

What should I be? Next time your kids ask this question, start a discussion to get them off the couch and into their dream careers.

Discussing future careers with your teen might be stressful, but sharing past experiences of your own and of others can help your teens gain confidence in pursuing their future careers.

The top careers of 2011 are in, and they need a lot of math. Prepare your teens for the future and help them learn their math facts now.

Higher education is more wired than ever, with educational iPad apps and virtual libraries. Now even admissions officers are in on the technological scene. Are you?

Wonder if your child’s college degree is worth it? College work study, networking and other career opportunities might make it worth the while.

The Millennial Generation is seen as the future of our nation, according to World Future Society. Find out why in their 20 forecasts for 2010-2025.

Did you know what career path you would follow when you were a teen? There’s a good chance your child doesn’t know either. Check out our career resource guide for teens and tweens on how to choose a career path.