Career World, a Weekly Reader publication articles from November 2003

Career World, a Weekly Reader publication archives from November 2003

Scholarships in political science.(Searching for scholarships)
November 1, 2003... You may love history and be fascinated by the early years of our country. You may have thought about how a system of checks and balances came to be--or even how the filibuster developed as a tactic. Or it may have been something as direct as...

Directing your future: where will you be in five years? You are the star in the story of your life. Plan now for the grand opening of your blockbuster.(strategies for success)
November 1, 2003... Imagine you've stepped into a theater. As you take your seat, the lights dim and the main attraction begins. It's a movie of your life over the next five years. Perhaps you know the whole plot and can imagine all the scenes. Maybe you see only...

Start a biz, be a boss! There's no age requirement for starting a successful business. Here's how to shine as an entrepreneur, starting now.(focus)
November 1, 2003... When Kenya James really looked at the magazines she and her friends were reading, one thing stood out. Only rarely were young people like her--African American girls--represented in them. "I wanted a publication that I could see myself and my...

Gotta get a plan.(take Action)(entrepreneurship)
November 1, 2003... Think of a business that you could realistically start, based on your interests, talents, or a common problem you might help others solve. Then get started creating a business plan by filling in the blanks below. Type of business: ...

Heroes of the flames: firefighters: firefighters are everyday heroes, putting their lives on the line. Here's what it takes to be one.(tech connection)
November 1, 2003... The sight of a fire truck barreling down the street, sirens wailing, and lights flashing, always captures the attention of people of all ages. For decades, firefighters have ranked among the nation's greatest heroes, but never more so than...

How to handle conflict: conflicts are a normal part of life. It's how you deal with them that makes all the difference.(special feature)
November 1, 2003... "Hey, college boy," Mr. Jefferson smirked as Ramon walked into the supermarket, "a lady just dropped a bottle of grape juice in aisle six. Do you think you could lower yourself enough to mop it up?" Ramon was seething inside as he grabbed...

Art: seeing the world differently: whether you create art or study the creations of others, art classes can change you life.(what do I do with)
November 1, 2003... "I can't draw a straight line." If you've ever used this excuse, you're not alone. Many teens never consider taking art classes. But there are plenty of good reasons to include art in your schedule. Exercise Your Brain Art class can...

Hot jobs in government: the government offers a wide range of career choices.(hot jobs)
November 1, 2003... Want to pursue a career that involves serving others? Interested in working for an employer that is likely to stay around for a long time? If so, consider a career in government. In a sense, government is big business. In fact, more people...

Hot jobs in government: whether you're interested in working for Uncle Sam or your hometown, you are sure to find interesting work in government. Here are just a few the jobs available.(hot jobs chart)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2003... Jobs and Minimum Responsibilities Education City Managers Bachelor's degree; master's oversee the operations of degree in a field such as public city or town...

Selling yourself to a prospective employer: you're up! It's time to "sell" yourself to the person who just might hire you. Make sure you're making the best impression you can.(getting hired)
November 1, 2003... So far, so good. You've been "selling" yourself on paper for weeks. You wrote the perfect cover letter--right tone, right information. You enclosed the perfect resume--concise, clear, and confident. Together, the two made a terrific impression,...

Been there, done that: students who have experienced it firsthand give you the lowdown on what you need to know about the first year of college.(college bound)
November 1, 2003... Julie Curry, a 19-year-old who successfully completed her freshman year at Indiana University, admits that she was apprehensive about going away to school. "I was nervous about being away from my comfort zone, my house, my family, and my...

Write right.(tips news & trends)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2003... Writing is one of the most important career skills you can have. You'd be hard pressed to think of a job that doesn't involve at least some reading and writing. With that in mind, knowing how to be a great writer is essential. Follow these five...

Role playing.(tips news & trends)(role models for teens)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2003... Who is the most important role model in your life? Jennifer Lopez? Oprah Winfrey? Bill Gates? George W. Bush? According to a recent poll of 624 teens by Junior Achievement/Harris Interactive, all of these superstars were beaten out by two...

The green team.(tips news & trends)(The Garden)(Brief Article)
November 1, 2003... If you live outside the city, grass, trees, and flowers are things you may see every day. But for city-dwellers, green landscapes are a rarer sight. One organization, called the Garden, is working to make green plants and flowers a more common...