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Claire64 · 03-31-2008, 05:13 PM

I think there is too big a push for teenagers to start working. My 16 year old will not be working this summer. He will be playing and coaching soccer, playing basketball and taking a couple of trips. He will probably work next summer, after he graduates from High School, but it will still be his choice.

If your son isn't interested in making money, I don't really think he needs to work. Volunteering is great, but he'll only enjoy it if he picks it himself. If he's interested in sports, they're always looking for coaches to help out with the younger kids teams, or he could volunteer with a local theater or music group.

03-31-2008, 05:13 PM
Claire64 PF Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 252 Rep Power: 275 Reputation: 6155 Children: Ryan 17, Sean 13, Landon 10, Kathleen 7 and Nathan 3.	Re: Summer Job or Volunteer? I think there is too big a push for teenagers to start working. My 16 year old will not be working this summer. He will be playing and coaching soccer, playing basketball and taking a couple of trips. He will probably work next summer, after he graduates from High School, but it will still be his choice. If your son isn't interested in making money, I don't really think he needs to work. Volunteering is great, but he'll only enjoy it if he picks it himself. If he's interested in sports, they're always looking for coaches to help out with the younger kids teams, or he could volunteer with a local theater or music group.