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[burbuja0512]

Something that many schools miss is teaching people how to get a job and how to present themselves professionally. Credentials just don't cut it in most cases anymore. A degree is an expectation, not something special... even when it is a degree at age 16.

A child awaiting a degree could really benefit from learning some of the following:

Strategic volunteering - choosing something that you'll be passionate about, but will help your future career.
Is an internship possible at 15 or 16?
Networking, especially establishing a strong LinkedIn presence now. This can include just joining LinkedIn groups, but should definitely include publishing articles on LinkedIn
Interview basics
What to wear/body language
Public speaking - is there a toastmasters nearby? MANY jobs require at least some presentation skills, so do it while you wait for the diploma!


Anyhow... I'm sure there are a whole lot more, and I hope that these brilliant kids have grad school in mind first. But, getting a job is such a game these days. Take the time and teach your kids to play the game so that once they finish their education, they can actually make good use of what they've learned. Almost everyone has to work these days, make sure that they're prepped to max out what they can earn in their field. It'll be helpful and give you something to do before the diploma arrives.