Killeen Schools

Career counseling involves helping students gain direction by advising them on various career options. Counselors help students identify their strengths and make career-related decisions. They assist students in setting realistic goals by helping them to map their interests with the right career path.  The following are some benefits which highlight the importance of career counseling: Career Direction: Career counselors help students choose suitable subjects, clubs, extracurricular activities, and certifications to complement their skills and talent. The counseling can not only help students in identifying topics of interest but may also guide them in understanding career opportunities and options available in their field of choice. Strengths & Weaknesses: Counselors play an important role in helping students learn and understand their strengths and weaknesses. They work with students and help them to choose a suitable career path that matches their strengths. They also guid...

Summer break is the perfect time for students to unwind and focus on hobbies. This time can also be used to reflect on past performance and plan for academic or career goals.  The following activities can help in making the most from summer break: Reflect On The Previous School Year: Self-analysis is the key to self-improvement. Ask yourself questions such as ‘What did I do well in past semester?’, ‘Which subjects did I lack in?’, ‘What should I do differently in the coming semester?’, etc. These questions help students in finding out their strengths, weaknesses and areas of improvement for self improvement. Set Goals For The Coming School Year: Set process goals instead of performance goals for the upcoming school year. A process goal focuses on what you need to do to achieve your goal. For example, a performance goal might be to achieve better grades in mathematics, while a process goal would be to do five extra math questions every day. Watch Educational Videos: There are num...