The Reason

In a recent survey of high school Students by the Horatio Alger Association, 95% of the Students wanted more real-world learning relevant to what they might want to do after graduation.

A recently published study of over 10,000 Students revealed that 78% were highly receptive to help with career planning. Over 73% of these Students were unsure of their 1st career choice.

In a recent Gallop poll, Parents were asked to list and rank the top 25 goals for our education system. Ranked number 3 on their list was the need for the schools to help Students develop an understanding of different kinds of jobs and careers, including their requirements and their rewards.

A recent study by the national organization Public Agenda concluded nearly half the recent graduates in the workforce were unprepared for the work habits expected of them in the workforce.

A recent study by one of the nation's leading business associations concluded that the disconnect between the availability of jobs and the careers that Students choose could have a dire consequence for America's economy as we could face a shortage of 12 million skilled workers in the next 10 years.

A recent study by Hart Research found 96% of students, 95% of employers and 74% of teachers believe that providing Students with more real-world learning opportunities while in school would improve outcomes.

In one recent survey of the American workforce, 64% said that, given the opportunity to start over, they would want to consider other career options.

In an Achieve survey of recent graduates in the workforce, 96% said real-world learning in school would have helped better prepare them for life.

A Ferris State University Career Institute study found that most Students are receiving little to no career guidance outside of the home and are not pursuing appropriate educational plans for real-world career opportunities and business needs. 51% of the Students surveyed could identify no one in school that has been a Mentor or especially helpful in advising them on career or job options. Students are making critical decisions about their career paths in a vacuum, unaware of the broad array of educational and employment opportunities available to them.