Always free · Grades 5–7 · Frisco and growing

Careers start with curiosity.

Try real skills. Meet people who do the work. Notice what feels like you, without choosing your whole future today.

Students working together during a CTC workshop
A guest speaker talking with students
A student focused on a hands-on activity
A student taking part in a career activity

Why we exist

You do not need a perfect plan. You need a safe place to try things.

Classrooms to Careers is a youth-led social enterprise. We give students free, hands-on ways to explore careers before pressure starts making choices for them.

Our story

Pick a starting point

Three ways in.

A little room to play

Curiosity can land anywhere.

Move a circle. Try a word. Nothing here locks in your future.

Drag the circles, or use arrow keys.

Inside the room

Real questions.
Brave first tries.

Students build, speak, test ideas, and meet people who do the work.

The work so far

Small team.
Real reach.

300+students impacted
3workshops run
50+counselors reached
30+professionals engaged

Student reach includes workshops, school presentations, counselor outreach, and community events.

What people notice

Real voices.
Clear reasons.

Students get room to explore. Educators see why starting early matters.

“I learned that a career is not one big decision. It starts with noticing what you like.”
LohithCTC student
“Career education is very valuable for upper-elementary students.”
LaTesha NewellLead counselor, Mooneyham Elementary
“Increasing students’ knowledge about what jobs are out there would be extremely beneficial.”
Nikka AghazadehLead counselor, McSpedden Elementary

Topics students explore

CodingDesignHealthcareFinanceLeadershipPublic speaking

Your next move

Come curious.
Leave with direction.

Students, families, schools, speakers, and partners all start with the same short form.

Program interest

General interest

Tell us how you want to take part.

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