Welcome to the College and Career Readiness Site

CCR Welcome

Welcome to the Frederick Douglass High School Virtual College & Career Readiness Site. I look forward to working with you on your journey to college and career readiness. As the College and Career Readiness Coach, I have high expectations for our Douglass Scholars. It is my duty to serve as a resource and advocate for all scholars. I challenge you to take advantage of the resources and opportunities that await you. Feel free to stop by my office (E207) for assistance or schedule an individual college/career planning or advising meeting by clicking the link below. I look forward to working with you!

Monica Jones, SHRM-CP

FDHS College and Career Coach

Schedule an advising session or contact Mrs. Jones

Grade Level Planning Timelines

9th Grade College & Career Timeline Template

10th Grade College & Career Timeline

11th Grade College & Career Timeline

12th Grade College & Career Timeline

Counseling/CCR Canvas Course

Students are encouraged to accept their Counseling, College and Career Readiness Canvas Course invitation to assist with postsecondary planning. The grade-level courses include college planning, career exploration, student opportunity, and scholarship/financial aid modules as well as grade-level meeting presentations and announcements.

Elevate

Take your postsecondary planning to the next level with Elevate. Elevate is your one stop shop for capturing critical moments and experiences helping students to align their postsecondary plans to th FCPS Portrait of a Graduate. Be sure to take advantage of Elevate's Pathful Explore Career and College Central to assist with college and career exploration.

College & Career (CCR) Event Registration

Looking to get a head start on your college and career planning? Frederick Douglass High School offers a variety of exciting events throughout the year to help you explore your options! These events are open to Frederick Douglass High School and Carter G. Woodson Academy high school students.

Here's what you can expect:

CCR Cafe: Talk directly with college representatives, employers, and community partners on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month during lunch at CCR Mondays in the Cafe. No appointments needed! Just stop by and chat!
Experience the Real World: Embark on Expedition Fridays to explore colleges and organizations firsthand! These trips happen on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month.
Register for Rep Visits, Workshops & Tours: Gain valuable insights through Rep Visits/Small Group Workshops on topics like college exploration, applications, financial aid, and career skills. Unless otherwise specified, all rep visits are held in the Library and small group workshops are held in the CCR Center (E207).
Go Behind the Scenes: Take off-site Campus/Industry Tours to discover exciting career paths. Be sure to pick up permission forms beforehand!

Spots fill up fast, so register early! Registration typically closes at noon the day before Rep Visits and 2 weeks before off-site tours. You'll receive confirmation emails with details about attending class during these events.

Here are some helpful resources:

Registration Form: 2024-2025 CCR Event Registration Form (bit.ly/CCREvents) - This form allows you to register for all events mentioned above.
Contact: Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to Mrs. Jones at bit.ly/fdhsrequestcounselor.

Important Reminders:

Events start in September.
Registration is first-come, first-served.
Check the registration form regularly for updates.

Connection Corner

Check out our Connection Corner to access postsecondary planning resources for families. Announcements, virtual presentations, and resources will be updated throughout the year to assist you in supporting your student(s).

Great Things Happen at Douglass

Check out memorable College and Career Moments.

FDHS CCR Moments

Throughout the year we host a variety of rep visits, campus visits, industry trips, and special events to help students make informed college and career decisions. Check out some of our highlights including FAFSA Frenzy, College Application Week Help Sessions, Closing the Deal College Fair, and more. Be sure to register for CCR events at bit.ly/CCREvents. Don't miss out!