Choosing the right academic stream after Class 10 is a big decision that impacts a child’s future. As a parent your role is to guide and support them in making an informed choice based on their strengths, interests and career goals.
Observe their interests, performance in different subjects and natural talents to know what they enjoy and are good at.
Discuss different career options in Science, Commerce and Humanities and help them discover options they may not have thought of.
Don’t let peer pressure or societal expectations decide for them; every child has unique skills and aspirations.
Get guidance from subject teachers and career counsellors who can provide insight based on their academic performance and aptitude.
Suggest they take an aptitude or career assessment test to identify suitable streams based on their strengths and personality.
Help them understand what each stream (Science, Commerce, Humanities) offers and what subjects they will study in next 2 years.
While passion is important, discuss job opportunities and future career stability in their chosen field.
Introduce them to new age career options like data science, digital marketing, AI and environmental sciences to broaden their choices.