Your Future - Looking Ahead

Skills for school

Maybe you’ve decided you want to be a nurse, a lawyer, or manage a business when you grow up. You may be wondering what you need to do to get into the best college for you, or whether you will have what it takes to apply for a job. Or perhaps you plan to run for a leadership position at school or in your community. Whatever your goals, doing your best academically will prepare you to take advantage of all the opportunities that exist for you now and in your future. Check out these resources below for tips and tools to help you stay on top of your schoolwork.

First.gov for Kids: Homework Help
Whether you are doing research for a paper or need help with math, this site is for you!

Federal Resources for Educational Excellence
Need to do some research? This site can link you to numerous resources.

National Center for Educational Statistics: Student’s Classroom
Create a graph, find a library, and enjoy some cool activities here!

“Getting Along With Your Teachers”

“Test Anxiety”

“Studying for Tests ”

Learn more about:
Time management
Money matters

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Last updated July 2007