how would you steer a rising 10th grader (girl) who has no idea what direction she would like her life to take?

[ High School and Self-Education Board ]

Posted by Jodi-FL on 15:49 Jul 17

I've always thought that by year 10 I would basically let my kids choose what to take, pursue their interest, etc. This kid doesn't really have any. She says she wants to be a pastry chef, yet she doesn't like to cook (or clean up). She does enjoy computer oriented things, therefore she took Business Systems Technology free online last year, and will do Web Design this year.

How would you steer such a child as far as electives?

Follow Ups:

• Take a look at this website... - Lori D. 11:36 Jul 18 (0)
• The book Wired By God comes with a CD that inlcudes numerous quizzes to help a teen discover his/her inclinations and giftings. Available from CBD.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 8:59 Jul 18 (0)
• The book Wired By God comes with a CD that inlcudes numerous quizzes to help a teen discover his/her inclinations and giftings. Available from CBD.--nt - StaceyL in Canada 8:58 Jul 18 (0)
• How about some kind of career planning sort of course? <sm> - Pamela 5:21 Jul 18 (0)
• Just don't close any doors - LoriM 4:57 Jul 18 (0)
• I'd probably encourage her to try new things. - Jenny in Florida 4:49 Jul 18 (1)
  • I agree with trying a variety of things...(m) - Pam 5:51 Jul 18 (0)

Post a Followup

[ High School and Self-Education Board ]