This article introduces "dual enrollment equity pathways" (DEEP)--a research-based framework for rethinking à la carte dual enrollment as a more equitable on-ramp to college programs of study that lead to high-opportunity careers for students historically underserved in dual enrollment. Using interview data collected from six sites (six…

One of the most critical labor shortages facing the U.S. involves the number of young adults entering careers in what's now commonly referred to as STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Equally troubling is that the participation of blacks and Hispanics in STEM careers continues to lag that of whites and Asians. High school is…

This qualitative study explores career counseling and guidance services as provided to students engaged in career and technical education programs at three sites in the United States. The sites, consisting of high schools and community colleges, were part of the National Research Center for Career and Technical Education's 5-year studies of…

Equipping youth with and without disabilities for the world of work has been the focus of ongoing legislative and policy initiatives. The authors examined the extent to which career development and vocational activities were available to and accessed by youth with severe disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders attending 34 urban,…

Describes the revision of three measures: Career Occupational Preference System Interest Inventory, the Career Orientation Placement and Evaluation Survey, and the Career Ability Placement Survey. (SK)

Describes how the Harford County (Maryland) Technical High School reversed declining enrollment by embracing tech prep in an integrated vocational and academic program developed through community partnership. (SK)

Describes Wings 21, a project at Central High School in Omaha, Nebraska, that exposes students to technology and to information technology careers. The program includes externships and internships with local companies. (JOW)

Presents a study that evaluated the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Career Exploration Program using nationally representative samples of high school students. Results showed that participation in the ASVAB Program increased career exploration knowledge and reduced forms of career indecision. (Contains 25 references and 1…

For 16 years, students at Missouri high school have been leaving classrooms to enter work environments of their choosing. Community Learning Program is school-business partnership providing many students with stepping stone to future careers. In semester-long program, students are not paid for work but get academic credit. Experience also helps…

Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES) is a school-to-career partnership among automotive manufacturers and dealers and selected high schools. AYES is designed to encourage students to consider careers in retail automotive service and to prepare them for entry-level positions at dealerships or colleges. (JOW)

In Cleveland, high school art majors explore art careers through a series of visits with working professionals in various fields of art. (SJL)

A French version of the Fukuyama Profile completed by Swiss 14 and 15 year olds in 1984 and 1990 was compared to a Japanese sample. Strong similarities on the level of means and patterns of the indices were found, suggesting the usefulness of a program of preparation for occupational choice for this age group. (SK)

The New American High School Initiative coordinates with the Blue Ribbon Schools Program and key organizations to identify schools committed to achieving high, universal academic standards, preparing all students for postsecondary education, and providing career exploration opportunities. This article honors past NASSP Alliance members recognized…

The purpose of this study was to identify key elements that contribute to successful transition outcomes for students with disabilities. Given the current emphasis on student choice and student directed transition planning, it is critical to summarize the perspectives of young adults with disabilities and other key personnel directly involved in…

Presents the views of three persons (a coeditor, a high school student, and a teacher) involved in publishing "English Quarterly" on what is involved when collaborating on a scholarly journal and participating in a career internship program to help with the publishing work. (PA)