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Carson Daly has career advice for son Jackson: ‘Become an electrician'
By Rosie Colosi | TODAY at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 19, 2026
· 1 min read
TODAY host Carson Daly and his wife Siri are about to hit a milestone with their oldest son, Jackson. He is preparing to graduate from high school next year.
“I’m in total denial,” Carson said.
He wants to take every “micro-minute” of his time to be present in this particular moment with Ja...
Key takeaway He is preparing to graduate from high school next year.
Why this matters in Frisco News
As Frisco families navigate their own college and career decisions, Carson Daly's comments on the rapidly changing educational landscape resonate. With the city's strong focus on STEM education and career readiness, Daly's suggestion that his son consider a trade like electrician work may not be far off from the advice given to Frisco students. The Frisco Independent School District has emphasized the importance of providing students with skills training and vocational education, recognizing that not all students may choose a traditional four-year college path. As local students weigh their post-graduation options, they may find themselves considering similar alternatives, such as attending Collin College or pursuing apprenticeships in fields like electrical work or technology. Daly's musings on the value of hands-on skills in a rapidly changing world may strike a chord with Frisco parents and students alike.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? TODAY host Carson Daly and his wife Siri are about to hit a milestone with their oldest son, Jackson. He is preparing to graduate from high school next year.
“I’m in total denial,” Carson said.
He wants to take every “micro-minute” of his time to be present in this particular moment with Ja...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 19, 2026 by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories and curated for Frisco News readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Rosie Colosi | TODAY at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories. To learn more about how Frisco News selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
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