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School's Out for the Summer!
School's Out for the Summer!
Post #55
Students of all ages are starting to wrap up their academic year and enjoy some time off. But after the initial relief of finishing the spring semester, each young person must decide how to spend the weeks between now and the start of fall's classes. I’m always disappointed when high school or college students shrug their shoulders indifferently when asked about their plans for the summer. Those 10 weeks provide a lot of opportunities!
For many, the only option is a paying job-- assuming they can find one in the midst of the Great Recession. Whether it’s to help defray tuition and living expenses in college or to help support one’s family, a summer job can be a vital source of income as well as good training for adult employment. Other young people may be lucky enough to have the opportunity to travel with family or friends or even to spend some time at a summer camp.
If they do have free time, young people and their parents might give some thought to goals for the summer. Has there been a book list assigned by a teacher or recommended by a guidance counselor or librarian? Is there an opportunity to explore museums and galleries, taking in all the cultural gems our region has to offer? Is there a chance to spend more active time outdoors, getting in shape and avoiding the growing (no pun intended) problem of childhood obesity?
Finally and perhaps most urgently, it would be great if our young people committed some time and energy to a cause dear to them-- something greater than themselves. Devoting a few hours, days, or weeks to those less fortunate or an issue that affects the broader community would be an experience with long-lasting impact on our students... and on the people and causes they support.
I would love to hear from you, dear Blog reader! How have you tried to balance time off, travel; work; and community service or educational opportunities for your kids? Please send an email to Blog@CherylKagan.org or click on the "Comments" link below to express your views. Please be sure to indicate which post (#55) you're addressing.
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