“The message to parents is: don’t come home from work and moan about your job every day in front of the kids. You could be setting the stage for permanent house guests.”
--“Lessons from Life’s First Teacher,” National Center for Research in Vocational Education

Did you know??? Parents have a much greater influence on children than schools do? Research tells us that parents have more influence in their child’s career development process than any other person or factor. You are powerful!!! You can make a difference in your child’s life. Therefore, it is vital for you as a parent to have a positive attitude about your child’s future and the world of work.

This section will give you some other ideas, information, and suggestions that we hope you can use as you help your child prepare for her future as an adult. Click on a category below to read more.

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