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How to Build Your First Resume as a High School Student
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How to Build Your First Resume as a High School Student

Building a resume for a high school student can be challenging, as you may feel like you don’t have enough experience to fill out the page. However, resumes aren’t only for working professionals. Resumes for high school students can benefit those applying to college or an internship while also preparing you for the working world.

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Fact or Fiction? Can Anyone be Creative?
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Fact or Fiction? Can Anyone be Creative?

The purpose of using Creativity in the real world is to think outside the box, take calculated risks, and effectively problem solve in their career. Creativity is the act of channeling imagination into something concrete. Many people associate creativity with being an artist but creativity is applicable to any job.

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Learning to Collaborate in the 21st Century
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Learning to Collaborate in the 21st Century

Collaboration in business and life is essential for success in the real world. Every day, we interact with a variety of different people, whether it is a cashier at a coffee shop, a coworker, our family, or classmates. Collaboration is to work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor (Miriam-Webster). This definition can expand to many situations.

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The History of Black History Month
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The History of Black History Month

Black History Month originated with an idea by Dr. Carter G. Woodson 1915, starting as “Negro History Week”. This week was established with the intention of highlighting the accomplishments and contributions of Black Americans and African descendants. American history often leaves out many of these individuals who have made tremendous contributions to our country.

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Celebrating CTE Month ®
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Celebrating CTE Month ®

It is time to celebrate CTE Month! CTE does so much for Spirit Box Teams and DECA.
“Career and Technical Education Month®, or CTE Month®, is a public awareness campaign that takes place each February to celebrate the value of CTE and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.” (Association for Career & Technical Education)

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