Finding the Right Fit for your Future

Post-High School Options

There are many options to pursue after high school.  It is important you choose one that is a good fit for you.  A "good fit" in a post-secondary plan means that aspects of the plan match with your personality or interests.  Examples of post-high school plans follow. 

Know Yourself

Knowing who you are today can help determine direction for your future. The College Board offers 10 reflective questions to help students get started.  Click here to explore them.

College Essay Guy - There are plenty of FREE resources found at this link. Check out the Pre-Application resources for self-reflection exercises. 

Dr. Steven Antonoff - This website offers more FREE resources for reflection. Under "Share Resources," check out the worksheets and resources for college planning. 

Discover You Reflection Handout - This handout is used during Junior Discover You sessions with counselors. It prompts you to consider what you need for academic, personal and financial elements of college. Use this reflection and the ones above to help you make a list of criteria for your college search. 

Schoolinks

District #99 uses Schoolinks to help students determine their interests and strengths and match them with a post-secondary plan.  

Your Experiences

The assessments in Schoolinks are great resources for you. There is also great value in your experiences. You have learned so much about yourself during high school.  Reflecting on your successes and failures can also help determine the right fit for your future.