Today, we grieve yet another instance of violence and loss of life in school—a place where every young person should feel safe and supported. We stand and mourn with the students of Apalachee High School and their loved ones. We must do better for our young people.
American Student Assistance
Primary and Secondary Education
Boston, Massachusetts 10,267 followers
American Student Assistance® (ASA) helps students discover their education and career opportunities.
About us
American Student Assistance™ (ASA) is changing the way kids learn about careers and navigate postsecondary pathways through exploration, work-based learning, and free digital experiences. ASA meets students both in and beyond the classroom with digital tools, resources, and information to empower their career planning journeys. We believe that exploring career possibilities, as early as middle school, and having equitable access to education-to-career pathways aligned with one’s passions and goals will result in greater confidence and long-term success for all students.
- Website
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http://www.asa.org
External link for American Student Assistance
- Industry
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1956
- Specialties
- K-12 Education, Career Readiness, Career & Technical Education (CTE), Alternative Education Pathways, Workforce Development, Work-based Learning, Gen Z, and Education Policy
Locations
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Primary
33 Arch St
Boston, Massachusetts 02110, US
Employees at American Student Assistance
Updates
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What do middle schoolers want in their #careerreadiness curriculum? - More active, hands-on #careerexploration experiences - Additional support from the start - Career exploration as a part of their education - A continuous career readiness process that's not "one and done" Learn more about what kids have to say about #careerexploration:
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Have you heard of Jobs for the Future (JFF)'s Big Blur? The project envisions a world where the traditionally rigid lines between high school, college, and the working world are erased. Learn more about the Big Blur and how Colorado, Indiana, New Mexico, and Virginia are passing laws that align with JFF's vision.
Four State Laws That Could Blur the Lines Between School and Work
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According to our research, 69% of current high schoolers and 66% of graduates wish that they had more #careerexploration in middle and high school. Check out this Forbes article by Mark C. Perna about why #GenZ learners are asking for earlier and more robust career exploration opportunities.
Why Gen Z Wants Better Career Exploration In High School
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At American Student Assistance, we talk often about the need to develop critical skills earlier on in a young person's life. But while techincal skills are important, it's equally critical that kids develop social-emotional skills to navigate their educational and professional careers in a healthy way. As we rely more on employers to involve students in #workbasedlearning for developing workplace skills, it's essential to ensure that these employers receive the support and resources needed to help learners cultivate—and clearly communicate—the vital social and emotional skills gained through such programs. I hope you'll read our resource below, which outlines some tips and best practices for employers in engaging #highschool students in work-based learning experiences, as well as some useful insights from our employees who have done this work themselves! #SEL #GenZ #workforcedevelopment #skills
Report: Best Practices for Reimagining Work-Based Learning - asa.org
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How employers can implement durable, social emotional skills into their youth-based programs: - Empower student choice - Provide both long- and short-term projects - Be intentional about working environments - Provide opportunities for community building and networking - Meet kids where they are in their development - Set rules and expectations at the outset - Leverage current teachers, former teachers, and mentors - Internships don't have to only happen i the summer Learn more about these insights in this article by HRTech Series and in our latest SEL-based report, "Reimaging Work-Based Learning."
New Report from American Student Assistance Details Best Practices for Reimagining Work-Based Learning to Equip Youth with Durable Social-Emotional Skills
https://techrseries.com
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At ASA, we believe in the power of education to shape the future of our workforce by changing how kids learn about careers and prepare for their futures. With the right tools and knowledge, we know every learner can pursue their dreams and make a difference. Happy #LaborDay!👩💼👷👩⚕️
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Career exploration is best begun in middle school, and students agree. Read about our report with the Education Strategy Group on the progress of implementing middle school career education and how we can better gear exploration to kids from underserved backgrounds.
Extending the Runway for Middle School Career Exploration - ASA.org
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What if kids could develop their professional skills without needing to attain a traditional college degree? Learn more about how some of our grantees are making it possible for us to achieve a skill-based workforce. https://bit.ly/3XgnQeA
A College Degree Is Not the Only Path to Success. Let’s Invest in a Skill-Based Future.
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Apprentice Learning is providing their interns with durable skills through an etiquette lunch where they learned and practiced the art of conversation, how to use napkins appropriately, and how to excuse themselves from the table. Learn more about their (delicious) lesson in professionalism while dining out:
Etiquette Luncheon With Summer Interns
https://apprenticelearning.org