Fifteen students were interviewed, three from each grade. They answered questions about what they wished for their career and the reasoning behind their aspirations. Most said that they have changed their plans since they were children. Their dreams, when they were younger, varied from being police officers to architects. Now, their knowledge is expanding while their maturity level increases, which results in new ambitions. One student expressed that as she grew older she acquired more knowledge as to what is available to her, and that changed her viewpoint on what she wanted to pursue as a career.
In the chart shown above, the data shows a pattern. In this particular set of students, all of the eighth, tenth, and twelfth grade students interviewed stated that they know exactly what they are going to do for a future career. The ninth and eleventh grade students, more frequently, did not know what they wanted to do as a career. Each of the students that were surveyed wanted to pursue different careers. Overall, the majority of Burton students surveyed think they know what they are going to do when they finish school. Even though there is a lot of discussion and havoc involving future plans, careers play an important role in a person's life. Choosing one requires careful observation, for one's career frequently determines their lifestyle.
Written by: Paloma B. and Megan D.