In the long term, we're going to have to have programs to ensure that our kids are ready to enter the private labor market.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Long-term success requires programs to ensure children are ready for the private job market.
- In plain terms
- We need programs to help kids get ready for jobs.
- What can you take from it?
- Invest in youth preparation for the workforce.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do we prepare kids effectively?
- What skills matter most?
Another view
Preparation programs often fail to address barriers outside the classroom.
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