Think of this dialogue between Alice and the Cheshire Cat in Lewis Caroll’s Alice’s Adventure in Wonderland. “Alice: Oh, no, no. I was just wondering if you could help me find my way. Cheshire Cat: Well that depends on where you want to get to. Alice: Oh, it really doesn't matter, as long as... Cheshire Cat: Then it really doesn't matter which way you go.”

The direction you go in life does matter! Careers class is a 9 week course for 8^th graders and new 9^th graders at Norfolk Junior High. There are several units, but the ultimate goal is for students to think about a direction for their future and make some decisions on how to get there. Developing a Personal Learning Plan is a great first step!!

Quarter Calendar	Weekly Assignments	Major Career Websites
Who Am I?	How Do I Learn About Different Jobs?	How Do I Get a Job?
What Do I Do With the Money I Earn?	How Do I Get to College?	How Do I Improve My Public Speaking?

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Created by: Pam Wright Date last updated: 3/17/08 Under Construction!!

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