Career Planning
For more information about college and career planning, visit Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen in the SSC Career Center
and visit the College Application Process page
West Sound Technical Skills Center
WST Important Dates
"Explore Your Future" is FEB 26, 2024 at the Kitsap Pavilion
NEW STUDENTS registration for the 2024 - 2025 school year will begin March 2024.
Students can apply at: https://wst.smapply.org/
West Sound Technical Skills Center (WST) provides professional career training and college preparation as part of the public educational system at no cost to students between the ages of 16 and 21 and in grades 11 or 12.
Classes are three periods in length (2.5 hours per day, 5 days per week) and prepare students for both careers AND college readiness, featuring hands-on training and a focus on employability skills.
Klahowya students attend first session (AM) from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM Bus transportation provided by CKSD.
All programs offered at West Sound Tech satisfy a high school elective credit requirement for graduation or a career and technical education credit. Most programs offer high school equivalency credit/cross credit (see individual program description).
Students may also be able to earn additional community college credit free through the CTE Dual Credit process in selected programs indicated below.
WST registration typically begins in late January to February. See Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen on how to enroll. Regular daily attendance is critical at West Sound Tech.
For more information, please call 360.473.0550. Or visit westsoundtech.org.
Career Center Events
ASVAB Test
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
The ASVAB test is available at Klahowya for any student interested in a future in the military or in career exploration. The ASVAB can also be used as a Required Graduation Pathway. The test is free and sign ups are in the SSC. If you have any questions, contact Jessica Andersen at JessicaA@ckschools.org
PSNS Apprenticeship and Internship Programs
Helper/Trainee Program (Seniors)
Date: Feb/March - To be announced!
Email Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen if you would like to be notified when the position is announced.
To do list:
Create profile on USA Jobs - www.usajobs.gov
Create resume specifically for PSNS
Schedule an appointment with Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen for help and/or questions:
PSNS Junior Work Study Program
Are you interested in becoming a skilled craftsman in a trade at Puget Sounds Naval Shipyard? If you are, please book an appointment with Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen to get more information about the PSNS Work Study Program.
We are here for you to answer questions, help with the application process, prepare for interviews, help you meet deadlines and other obstacles that might keep you from this paid opportunity.
Dates:
Application is tentatively open February 27 -March 13, 2023
Work begins June 20.
To do list:
Create profile on USA Jobs - www.usajobs.gov
Create resume specifically for PSNS
Schedule an appointment with Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen for help and/or questions.
Work Site Learning and Service Learning
Earn high school credit by working or doing volunteer work while in high school. This looks fabulous on your college applications and on job resumes showing that you can be responsible to your employer and succeed in your academic classes. Get real life experience with real jobs. See Mr. Miles or Mrs. Andersen for more information.