Your time in middle school is like Minor League Baseball. You’re sharpening your skills and preparing for your shot in the Majors. Middle School is an awkward time where you’re transitioning from childhood into young adulthood.

Too often we write off the Middle School years as a time for kids to just learn social skills. This time is also valuable because you learn how to manage your time effectively, meet deadlines and requirements, and develop your work ethic in Middle School. The skills you practice in 6th grade will carry you throughout your whole life. Don’t let this time go to waste!

In your 6th, 7th, and 8th grade years make a list of activities or things you think are cool and interesting. You can brainstorm what careers or jobs may be contained within your interests with your Parents, Siblings, Best Friends, or your Guidance Counselor. Then it’s time to investigate these career leads.

The first website for career research I want you to check out is www.myfuture.com/career. You will get excellent information about job descriptions, job demand, salary levels, and educational requirements for the careers and jobs you’re interested in. The second website I want you to check out is www.volunteercrowd.com. You will use this site to locate local volunteering opportunities in your zip code. The idea is to volunteer your free time after school or on weekends and investigate whether you like your career choices. Knowledge is power!

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