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  • Welcome Back!

    Welcome Back!

    It is that time of year again… The leaves have turned, your school supplies are bought and your new outfits are being worn. It is hard to believe that school is starting again, but you got this. Whether this is your last year of high school, or you are just moving up a grade, you can face any challenge. Getting motivated for school can be tough after an awesome summer, but think of all the opportunities you might encounter this year- a new sports team, scholarships, clubs, new friends, university and college applications. Whatever you take on this year, know that you can do it, even if you’re afraid- JPD has your back!

    JPD is back in full swing for this September 2016 issue. Some of our articles this month include topics like how to get motivated again; Western Canadian trade programs; the pros and cons of apprenticeships; how to ace a video job interview; the most in demand trades in Canada; common money mistakes students make; Saskatchewan scholarship spotlight and a report on students with disabilities in the workforce.

    If you have something to express regarding any of our articles, leave a comment! We’d love to chat and see how you’re doing.

    PS-Don’t forget to check out our Facebook page for updates and news!

    Have a great month!

     

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

  • New School Year, New Beginnings…

    New School Year, New Beginnings…

    Welcome Back!

    This month, you will be back at school- refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to take on everything and anything that comes your way. Starting a new school year can be scary sometimes, but it can also give you an opportunity to start over. If you feel like last year wasn’t your best, this year is your chance to make it better! Saying that, JobsPeopleDo will help you along the way with some resourceful articles like a new column called “If I Knew Then”, advice for your career from the acclaimed Harvard School of Business Class of 63′, campus safety advice, new Aboriginal scholarship options, campus safety advice, and being an introvert in school. We also have some exciting new articles in our Community section, including a profile on ARC Industries and how to apply for jobs within Ontario.

    Where will you be 5 years from now? College or University; which one is for me? How do I keep fit and healthy on a busy university schedule? Is a business empire in my future? These are just some of the questions this month’s Jobs People Do articles may be able to answer for you.

    In our October issue, we will be hearing from someone with firsthand experience in working with assistive technology for disabled individuals. We will also have advice on living with new roommates, how to be an activist, and what you can do if you aren’t feeling challenged in school.

    Happy Reading, Writing and Arithmetic!

     

    All the Best,

    Erin Lynne Bouman

    Content Editor

     

  • Getting Ready for Back-to-School

    Getting Ready for Back-to-School

    Tips for making a smooth transition out of summer:

    Summer is a wonderful time: long lazy days filed with sunshine, amusement park rides, and drippy ice cream cones. With all that loveliness, it’s easy to get swept up in the fun and forget that, however unfortunately, every summer comes to an end.

    Back-to-school is just around the corner, and surely, many of you are already excitedly counting down the days (right?) But even if you’re dreading the thought of being back in a classroom and doing (groan) homework, it’s better to be prepared when September rolls around.

    Here are some suggestions for getting organized and on top of things so that you can smooth the transition between summer and the school year. (Hint: your parents can help you with some of these, too.)

    Befriend your bedtime

    Chances are you’ve been sleeping in a lot since the summer started, and it’s great that you’ve been getting some extra rest. But the school day starts bright and early, so make sure you can wake up on time while still getting the sleep you need. During the last two weeks of August, you can gradually adjust your schedule to fit an earlier bedtime—and earlier wake-up. Every couple days, try setting your alarm clock 10 minutes earlier than the last.

    Lunch and learn

    You might need a packed lunch when school starts, and why bore yourself with PB&J every day? Go through some recipe books with your parents and put together a list of lunches that are healthy, easy to make, and delicious. Preparing lunch the night before can be a fun activity if you do it as a family, and with a shortlist handy, you’ll have something to look forward to on every school day.

    Shop savvy

    Back-to-school sales can offer some great bargains, but they can also be chaotic if you don’t have a game plan. Be prepared for your shopping day by looking through your school supplies now and making a clear list of what you need. If there’s anything you can buy early (and that won’t be cheaper around Labour Day), take the time to go shopping before the crowds hit the stores.

    Goals and dreams

    You had a fantastic time all summer, and now it’s time to get back to work. Think about all the things you enjoyed in the last school year, and what you want to try in the coming months. For example, if you didn’t try out for a sports team and regretted it all year, why not give it a shot this time around? By picking a few things to look forward to in the coming school year, by the end of the summer, you’ll be well rested and ready for action.

  • Welcome Back!

    Welcome Back!

    Welcome back to a brand new year of school! The first day (or week, or month) jitters can get the best of us, so it’s our hope that the advice we have in this month’s edition of JobsPeopleDo.com will help to ease you back in to the school routine. Don’t forget to browse through our archives, too – they’re a treasure trove of useful information that will give you tips and tricks for back-to-school.

    As always, we’ve got a list of scholarships for those of you who are entering post-secondary education. By now,  you’re probably starting to realize how pricey education can get, so be sure to take advantage of these opportunities for free money.

    We’re also thrilled to announce that we’ll be launching some new sections over the coming weeks and months that will highlight the jobs of the future, particularly in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math). By the time you graduate high school, there will be whole new careers that you never even dreamed possible. We’re here to make sure you’ll know all about them and if they’re right for you.

    Once again, welcome back and best wishes for the school year ahead!

    Jasmin Bollman
    Content Editor

  • Back-to-School Guide

    Back-to-School Guide

    The time has come. Stores are shelving paper, pencils and backpacks in prominent places, your parents are eyeing you with a gleam of anticipation in their eyes, and the black X’s on the calendar have all but wiped out August. The back to school rush is something of an ambiguous feeling for most students. You hate for summer to come to an end, yet there is excitement in seeing where the new school year will take you. Regardless of where you weigh in on the bitter or sweet scale, there is no chance of turning back the clock. September is a month of change and moving forward, new beginnings and challenges, and the countdown to next summer.

    10 Tips for Getting Ready

    1. Go to Sleep.
    You need a sizeable chunk of sleep to be mentally and physically prepared for the demands of school. Summer may be one endless party of late nights and midday wake-up calls, but your sleep schedule is about to change drastically. A little preparation goes a long way. Give yourself a week before school starts to regulate your sleep patterns.

    2. Eat Right
    Nutrition matters. Your brain must be nourished with healthy food choices. If you have existed on a diet of carbonated beverages, hotdogs and potato chips it is time to do your body a favour and add some vegetables. Following a healthy meal plan does not mean a strict diet of tofu and Brussels sprouts, it is all about balance.

    3. Reach Out
    If you have been away on vacation, or have kept a low profile then take a minute to touch base with some of your friends before school starts. This keeps the awkward hallway greetings to a minimum and gets you in the spirit of higher education, or at least the spirit of socializing.

    4. Go Surfing
    Check out some new sites on the internet. There are hundreds of websites that offer educational and fun games. National Geographic is science enrichment; Test your geography knowledge with Seterra, a free map game; Learn what innovative people are thinking and doing by watching TED Talks.

    5. Read
    See if you can get an advance copy of the year’s reading list and get an early start. Or pick up any book and shut down the electronics.

    6. Shop
    Find some back to school outfits that make you feel confident and ready to face a new school year. Buy something fun for your locker that emphasizes your personality.

    7. Organize
    Go through your old books, study materials, and papers. Purchase a large calendar and start recording important dates.

    8. Find Space
    Choose a quiet place in your house to turn into a study zone and furnish it with everything you need to be an organized student.

    9. Join a Club
    Research the clubs and organization your school offers and think about ones you may wish to join. Make a list of what you want to accomplish in the year and refer to it often.

    10. Discuss
    Talk to your parents about their expectations of the upcoming year when it comes to grades, curfew, homework schedule, friends, downtime, and employment.

    You may be trading in your swimsuit for a backpack and hitting the books instead of the beach, but a positive attitude goes a long way.

  • Taking Time to Make Time

    Taking Time to Make Time

    School will be back in session in a few short weeks and will bring with it homework, exams, sports, and fun with friends. For many of you, summer vacation will be over and it is going to get busy!

    When life gets busy, it is really easy to procrastinate. Going out with friends or playing sports is more fun than writing that biology report. I was the student who socialized during spare, cheered on the sidelines at sports games, went out for pizza and then stayed up until 2:00 am to finish that report on time. This was a really fun way to spend my high school days but led to alot of stress because it seemed like there wasn’t enough time in the day to fit it all in!

    The reality was that I had zero time-management skills and very little discipline. Discipline? Management?  Those are scary words. However it is those same two words that will hopefully allow you to spend more time with your friends, more time sleeping and less time worrying.

    For example, time-management in high school can be as easy as dedicating one hour after school or during your spare to finish your homework. For instance, that five-paragraph essay that is assigned the second day of classes and is not due until three weeks later? Instead of leaving it until the night before, try and tackle one paragraph a day. Work hard on each paragraph ,and stop when you have completed it then move on to your next task or relax and know that you have done a good job. Five days later ,you will have five paragraphs and plenty of time to edit with two weeks to spare and there won’t be an eight-hour marathon session the night before the paper is due. You will get more sleep, not to mention you will have plenty of stress-free time to hang out with friends, play sports, practice music, or do whatever you find fun.

    It will take discipline to stick to this routine. Discipline, in this sense, is not really about restriction, but more about applying yourself so that you have freedom. There will be times when you want to come home and sleep, watch television or go on Facebook. There will also be times when the routine you have established gets messed up. It will take discipline not to procrastinate, but that same discipline will allow you to have more time to do the things you love. Plus, the time you spend after finishing your task will be guilt-free because you know that you have worked hard and accomplished what needed to be done. Another bonus is that Mom and Dad won’t be on your case all the time to finish your homework either!

    If you are a perpetual procrastinator like I was, try this strategy out; it takes practice and there will still be times when things get left to the last minute. After all, life is not perfect. That said, with practice, it does get easier, and the benefit of living a balanced lifestyle and implementing these habits of time-management and discipline now will really benefit you in the long run.