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The Kansas City Star: Kansas City summit explores why companies can’t find workers

By DIANE STAFFORD

JIM BARCUS
Here’s why many Kansas City area employers aren’t finding the top-notch workers they need:

High school students shy away from tough math and science courses because they’re afraid of hurting their grade point average or simply aren’t interested.

College students jump from major to major, and then sometimes settle on fields with few job prospects.

Reach Diane Stafford at stafford@kcstar.com or call 816-234-4359.

Posted on Thu, Jun. 28, 2012 12:00 AM

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