"School counselors recognize career education begins in kindergarten and is exemplified by students who are knowledgeable about options and are prepared to enroll and succeed in postsecondary experiences without the need for remediation" (American School Counselor Association, 2024). 

"Career exposure that starts in elementary school can help students to connect their interests with possible future career paths and build an awareness of what careers exist, especially those outside of their community. It can foster curiosity in learning, reduce stereotypes in the careers students see themselves being able to do, and build confidence and enthusiasm as students think about their futures with an open mind" (Schoolinks, 2025). 

 Sixteen Career Clusters and Their Pathways:   Technological advances and global  competition have transformed the nature of work.  Tomorrow's jobs will require more  knowledge, better skills, and more flexible workers than ever before.  Tomorrow's  workers must be prepared to change jobs and careers several times, continually  updating their knowledge and skills.   To prepare today's students for tomorrow, schools  are working to help students achieve in challenging subjects.  One key approach to this  goal is to provide students with relevant contexts for learning.  Career clusters link what  students learn in school with the knowledge and skills they need for success in college  and careers. States' Career Clusters Initiative.

To visit and explore different career clusters click on the link icon below.  https://www.careeronestop.org/ExploreCareers/Learn/career-clusters.aspx