Grade Level(s):   7th & 8th

Subject(s):  Mathematics: Computer/Technology, English/Language Arts,  Social Studies: Economics

Brief Synopsis: Middle school/junior high school is an important time for students to be thinking more seriously about their future and to select their high school courses accordingly. In West Virginia, eighth graders must select a career cluster for further exploration as they enter high school.  A career cluster is a general title of a grouping of similar careers or jobs.  This unit will guide and inspire students to research various careers of interest to them.

Authors and School:

Susan Boore
Paulette Trimble
Monica Zanussi
Barrackville School
 

Overview	Lesson 1	Lesson 2	Lesson 3	Lesson 4	Lesson 5
"Workin' 9 to 5"	"And It Says I Like What Job!?_______"	"Reality Check, Proceed If You Dare"	"Video Venture"	"What Is Your Piece of the Pie Graph"	"Powering Up Your Future"