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Future Navigator Sequence

This sequence introduces 6th-grade students to the variety of post-secondary pathways available after high school. It covers universities, community colleges, trade schools, apprenticeships, and military service, emphasizing that different careers require different training routes and focusing on financial awareness and goal setting.

Defining Post-Secondary Pathways

Students investigate the definitions of university, community college, trade school, apprenticeship, and military service to distinguish the time commitment and outcome of each.

Comparing Degrees and Certifications

Students work in groups to match specific careers with their required credentials and discuss the relationship between training length and job type.

Analyzing Trade Schools and Apprenticeships

Students examine skilled trades and apprenticeships, focusing on the 'earn while you learn' model through case studies of various trade careers.

Evaluating Return on Investment

Students compare the costs and potential salaries of different education paths using simplified financial concepts and discussing student loans.

Mapping Backward from a Goal

Students select a target career and create a backward-mapped timeline from their dream job to high school graduation.

Future Navigator Sequence

This sequence introduces 6th-grade students to the variety of post-secondary pathways available after high school. It covers universities, community colleges, trade schools, apprenticeships, and military service, emphasizing that different careers require different training routes and focusing on financial awareness and goal setting.