Career World, a Weekly Reader publication articles from April 2004

Career World, a Weekly Reader publication archives from April 2004

Civics: voices and choices: as a citizen, you have rights--and responsibilities learn what they are in civics class.(what do I do with ...?)
April 1, 2004... "One of the best things about living in this country is that you have a voice," says Ann Bianchetti, a middle school social studies teacher in Paterson, New Jersey. "If you don't know how to use that voice, you are ignoring this right, a right...

Finding success after high school: sometimes the path to success after high school doesn't always lead where you expect.(focus)(Cover Story)
April 1, 2004... When Nathan Steele graduated from high school, he had a lot going for him. He was a talented artist whose paintings had won awards in a statewide art contest. In his senior year, he starred in the senior class play and hosted the school talent...

Managing money on your own.(take Action)
April 1, 2004... When you're out on your own, it's important to know how to manage your money. Most young adults start off with a limited amount of cash, and they're surprised at how quickly it disappears! Answer yes or no to the questions below to check...

Sorry, but ... dealing with rejection.(getting hired)
April 1, 2004... "NO has destroyed more hopes and dreams than have all the wars since the dawn man." --Stanton Royce, MBA How can you deal with rejection and keep on going? Your application was perfect, and your interview was flawless. You nailed every...

Worldly wise: dreaming of a career in a faraway land? Here's how others have made that wish come true.
April 1, 2004... With the Internet, satellite TV, and other technologies readily available, it's easier than ever to reach out to anyone, anywhere. The result: Many jobs require a deep understanding of other people and places. That's good news if you'd...

Is on-line learning right for you? Online courses provide a great option, but make sure they fit your situation.(college bound)
April 1, 2004... How would you like to earn college credits without attending class? No, we're not talking about some shady scheme--just exploring your options. For students of the 21st century, more educational choices are available than for any other...

A winning essay.(Searching for scholarship)(tips to write essays)
April 1, 2004... If "easy required" makes you feel a little queasy, you're not alone. Writing the essay Is never easy, but you can make it more manageable by understanding some basics about the process. First, be sure to allow plenty of time to plan, write, and...

Working hard or hardly working?(strategies for success)
April 1, 2004... Being a superstar on the job means more than just showing up. Develop a winning work ethic for career success. Once upon a time on The Brady Bunch, there were two sisters named Marcia and Jan. To make extra money, both girls took...

Tech jobs of tomorrow: technology is evolving with amazing speed. So are the jobs and skills needed to support it. What's likely to be hot in the tech job market of tomorrow?(tech connection)
April 1, 2004... We have moved from a world of stand-alone personal computers to networks of computers. Qualified people are needed to Computer support specialists and system administrators are expected to be among the fastest growing occupations over the next...

Hot jobs in health care: if you like science and enjoy helping people, there may be a job for you in the Health Science Career Cluster.(hot jobs)
April 1, 2004... The demand for certain health-care workers is growing faster than the supply. There are more people needing more health care, and the numbers will only grow. Nevertheless, the public still expects high-quality care. Geriatric Care One...

A work ethic that rocks.(self assessment)(Illustration)
April 1, 2004... 1. Complete the following self-assessment, circling agree or disagree for each statement. Agree Disagree a. I work hard at any job I'm given. Agree Disagree b. On the job, I'm likely to offer to do additional ...

Success after high school.(self-assessment)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2004... Directions: Complete the self-assessments below to help you chart an action plan for success after high school. 1. Consider your options after high school with this true/false inventory: True False a. I have a solid idea of my...

2004-2005 Carrer World[R] Planning Calendar.(Calendar)
April 1, 2004... 2004-2005 Planning Calendar FOCUS SPECIAL GETTING FEATURE HIRED SEPT. Breaking the Setting Goals for On the Spot: The ...