What are Life Skills?

"Life skills" are also referred to as "21st century skills" or "soft skills." In the workplace, they are critical to success in customer service, project management, and so much more!

Every year, life skills are increasingly sought after by employers and colleges. In Minnesota, these skills overlap significantly with our Career and College Readiness framework.

Schools have endless opportunities across the school day to help students develop these skills. As one teacher put it, "Learning life skills isn't part of my students' day, it IS their day!"