Dating Rules to Practice for Teenagers

Here are some rules every teen should use when starting the dating process. It really shouldn’t be called dating, it should be referred to like as “friending.”  A process when teens are starting to explore more intense friendships with the opposite sex.

~Date in groups! As a teenager you don’t need to have a serious relationship. This could  become too complicated.  You will have more than enough time for that. 

~When the opposite sex is in the house with you, keep all doors OPEN. No dating behind closed doors.

~Talk to a parent (preferably) or responsible adult about the person you like and any questions you have about dating.  Don’t ask your friends, they don’t know. This is how bad information gets passed around.

 ~Always have a designated driver. Don’t allow your friends to drive under the influence of any mind altering substance. Your life may depend on this rule.

~Dress approximately. It’s great being fashionably stylish, but showing too much skin and being too provocative can cause the opposite sex to develop an impression that you might not want them to have of you.

 ~NO SEX.  You’re too young. Your body is your Temple. No one deserves to explore it before you do. Get to know yourself and understand your worth. You are uniquely special, so embrace that no matter who has told you differently or how many disappointments you may have faced.

 If you have other positive suggestions or comments, please post them.

 

Dr. Dee Carter            March 13, 2013

 

 

2013 PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIPS

There are many opportunities for high school students to earn money during the summer while expanding their knowledge in their area of interest. This is also a way teens can identify what really interest them....or not.

Surprisingly, some deadlines have expired already, so if you want a paid internship for the SUMMER of 2013 the time is now to APPLY.

See a few options below, however search the top companies in your area of interest. Go directly to their website and see if they offer internships.

• NASA
• THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
• STANFORD UNIVERSITY, OFFICE OF SCIENCE OUTREACH
• AMERICAN CHEMISTRY SOCIETY
• SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT
• MACY'S

CHECK YOUR LOCAL CITY/MAYOR'S OFFICE & COLLEGES FOR ADDITIONAL PAID SUMMER INTERNSHIPS FOR 2013

 

 

Dr. Dee Carter  March 7,2013

Consider Engineering Innovation

High School students considering a career in engineering but not really sure what a career in engineering is really like should start looking for universities that offer summer programs.  

In these programs you can learn how to apply the book knowledge to real world projects. Johns Hopkins is one university that offers such a program in different cities during the summer.

 

According to a Forbes article, when the playing field is equal, companies are more likely to hire individuals with engineering degrees over those with liberal arts degrees.  What every your interest is consider an education in the engineering field. Here are some popular careers in engineering.

• Computer Engineering-Computer engineering graduates typically have some of the highest starting salaries in engineering.

 

• Chemical Engineering- Chemical engineers use chemistry and engineering to turn raw materials into usable products, such as medicine, petrochemicals and plastics.

• Biomedical/Biological Engineering- Applies biology toward medial innovations and cost effecting solutions to human health

•  Electrical Engineering- Design better electrical devices.

• Mechanical Engineering- Design tools and operations of machines.

• Civil Engineering- Design structures and consider how they will hold up in weather and different situations. They usually work in construction field.

Dr. Dee Carter   March 1, 2013