Case Study
Case Study: Engaging Middle School Students in Career Readiness
Middle school is the critical window for career exploration. See how districts are using Defined to spark curiosity, build relevance, and help young adolescents connect today's learning to tomorrow's possibilities.
Case StudyResearch consistently shows that middle school is when students begin forming their sense of what's possible for their futures. This case study examines how districts are capitalizing on that window — using Defined Careers to engage 6th, 7th, and 8th graders in meaningful career exploration before high school tracking decisions are made.