Even as early as middle school, students encounter obstacles that might prevent them from pursuing post-secondary education. But, armed with the right information and age-appropriate resources, students can overcome these obstacles and follow their dreams. Career Compass’ college awareness seminars reach students in grades 6–11 to start the conversation about career choices and post-secondary options. Key Benefits - College and career awareness seminars take up just a couple of hours out of the school year, but have a major impact. - Seminars help schools build a college-ready culture early on. - Students who are thinking about their post-secondary goals early can better structure their high school experience to help them meet their goals.

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Categories Education, youth development; training, and employment Youth intervention (at-risk) programs Student and education services and support Education, youth development, training, and employment, N.E.C. Human services, food, housing & emergency aid Basic and emergency aid Child Welfare Child abuse Business and economic development, science, and technology Community rehabilitation, revitalization and development Community and neighborhood development Children and youth Prenatal, infants and toddlers (under 4) Children and Preteens (4-12) Adolescents (13-17) Families (includes non-traditional and families of choice) Children of LGBT parents