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News Releases
January 2010
GED college-goers up, too
More Seek Help for GED Test to Beat Unemployment Odds
In this tight job market, more Missouri adults without a high school diploma are realizing the value of a GED® credential.
December 2009
Missouri to Identify Skills for "Green" Jobs
A $1.2 million federal stimulus grant is providing Missouri students, jobseekers and employers new resources for taking advantage of the “greening” of the economy.
November 2009
Coming to a Theater (and Other Venues) Near You
State Agencies Target Students with "Graduation Matters" Message
As holiday moviegoers settle in with their popcorn and drinks this week and next, many will see an unusual message during the traditional ads and previews.
November 2009
New Biomedical Program Flourishing in 13 High Schools
A tough, new science curriculum is giving some Missouri students an early taste of the rigors and rewards that await those who prepare for biomedical careers. And students say that they relish the challenge.
September 2009
Communities, State Adopt Rally Cry to Boost Student Graduation
“Graduation Matters in Missouri” is the new slogan, released at the 2009 Missouri Dropout Prevention Summit, to emphasize the importance of high school graduation at a time when the state’s dropout rate has been creeping upward.
August 2009
Students, Schools Achieve More with A+ Program
School improvement program unique to Missouri allows high school students who complete the state’s A+ Schools Program to earn two years of paid tuition at a public community college or an eligible career or technical school.
July 2009
Missouri Employers ID the Skills They Need Most
New studies by state economic developers spell out the skills workers need to do well in occupations important to Missouri’s future.
June 2009
New Missouri Career Guide Available for Students and Job-seekers
Preparing for a career involves many steps and choosing from many possible directions, so it can be hard to know where to begin. The new, improved Missouri Career Guide 2009-2010 provides an inviting starting point.
May 2009
Next-Gen Jobs Link Youths, Employers to Better Future
April 2009
Students Gaining Financial Savvy Could Lead to Successful Careers
March 2009
Ag Week Draws Spotlight on Hot Agriculture Careers
February 2009
Groundhog Day Launches Job Shadow 2009
Mentoring boosts student career exploration
January 2009
Money Still Available for College Dreams
File FAFSA by April 1!
December 2008
Education Goals Can Brighten 2009
November 2008
New Student Video Introduces Career Clusters
October 2008
"Hot Jobs" List Helps Students Look Ahead
September 2008
“Soft Skills” Give Students An Edge
August 2008
Enrollments Are Up in High School Math and Science Courses
July 2008
Higher Education Brings Higher Earning Power
June 2008
METS, Manners and Learning Key to Future Career Success
June 2008
Missouri Agencies Join Forces for Education, Workforce Outreach
A new article will be posted each month. Send an e-mail to missouriconnections@dese.mo.gov to be notified when new articles are available.