Is it still "college or nothing" in 2025? That outlook is failing our students. Today, success takes countless forms: some of the hottest careers don’t even need a 4-year degree. When we push a one-size-fits-all path, we miss out on students’ real interests, growth, and innovation. Here’s the shift: Let’s empower students to explore skilled trades, certificate programs, apprenticeships, entrepreneurship, and more. That’s how we make education a launchpad for purpose: not just a pit stop. Quick Tip: Ask students what lights them up, not just where they’ll send an application. Motivation starts with choice: let’s spark it! Students, educators, and families: Let’s break the mold, together. Share your thoughts below( what alternative pathways excite you most?)