Beyond High School

Helping Students Succeed After High School

This section of the site provides information on how to select a college, where to find an apprenticeship, what is available to students getting ready to go into the workforce.

Students have a number of choices when they are in high school that will impact what they do after graduation.  Parents play a pivotal role in helping them make these decisions. The first step is to be involved in the process of course selection when students are registering for classes. The courses they take will impact the direction the student will take after graduation. Help your student review options and plan accordingly.

Career Specialists and Guidance Counselors are available at the high schools to support students and answer questions.

After High School Planning:

CareerCruising web site contains a wealth of information designed to help all students plan their future. High school students in the district should know how to log on to this site. If not, you may contact the Career Specialist at their school.

Career Voyages  - site discusses choices that require college and those that students can move into after high school so students have an idea of what careers are open to them, for example; aerospace, automotive, energy, hospitality, etc.

Welcome to students.gov - web site contains information on planning your education, career development including internships and job searches, online study help, paying for your education, and campus life.

 

College

  • Timeline for College Planning
  • Financial Aid Checklist
  • Federal Student Aid
  • Campus Visits
  • Click on this website to find out what you need to do to apply for college. There are specific steps you need to take and these sites can help you along the way. Remember, it's never too early or too late to start on the road to college.
  • College.gov - this website is being built by the U. S. Dept. of Education in collaboration with students to help you reach your college dream. The following questions are answered concerning: why go, what to do, how to pay, how I'm going, and general questions about college.gov.
  • College Essentials - a checklist for preparation in sending a student off to college.

Vocational Training

First Job

U-46 High School Career Specialists:

Counselors and career specialists are available in Career Centers at each high school to help students plan for college and after-high school careers.