Perhaps the most nerve-wracking part of high school is figuring out what comes next. There are
millions of different options for careers, and it can be a bit overwhelming knowing that although
you’ve come so far, you still have a lot more to do. Knowing what career you want to pursue and
what you can do now as a high schooler to prepare for said career can prepare you for the future.

While it’s good to have a plan for what you want to do after high school, it’s equally important to
prepare for your career now. One common plan for after high school is to get a degree in
medicine. “I plan to take CNA classes and go to Rogers State University to get a degree in
nursing,” senior Nahaiya Parrish said.

The skincare industry is an ever-growing business venture in today’s society. There are tons of
people looking to improve the health and appearance of the skin. “I’m planning to attend either
Langston or OSU and become an esthetician. I also want to get a degree in business management and administration so I can run my own business,” senior Kennedi Gouldsby said.

Of course, there are things you can do while you’re still in high school to prepare for your future
careers. Putnam City North offers Francis Tuttle, which has classes to teach students many
things they will need to succeed. “I’m taking classes at Francis Tuttle,” Parrish said.

It’s safe to have a backup plan in case you end up being unable to work the job you want. Many
backup plans involve college degrees that can help you work just about anywhere. “In case I
can’t do nursing, I have business management as a backup plan,” Parrish said.

Other backup plans revolve more around passion. “If I can’t be an esthetician, I’ll work in dance
choreography,” Gouldsby said.

Putnam City North High School is full of all sorts of unique students who will later go on to
embark on many interesting careers. Seniors in particular are a good example of this. Just in a
few short months, they’ll be off on their journey that all people take after high school, whether it
starts with the military, trade school, college, going right into the workforce, or something else.