The College & Career Center is now located in the Library Classroom!

We are still open for drop-in hours and appointments, but you'll just need to head upstairs to find us!

Access the Center through the double doors near the back of the library/closest to the vending machine.  If the door is locked...give our doorbell a ring!

Interested in connecting with colleges, military recruiters and/or local employers?

We host visits during lunch, classtime and FLEX to help connect you with opportunities for both your time at CRHS and beyond!

To participate in college presentations held typically during 4th blocks, students must register in advance and space is limited.

College funding is a complex process, so we're bringing in an expert to help!  Join us for our Financial Aid 101 Night to gain an overview of FAFSA, scholarships, grants, loans, military benefits and more!

Wednesday, September 23
6 p.m.
CRHS Auditorium

Suggested for senior and junior students and families, but open to all grade levels.

Building your college list?  Curious about what schools may be a great fit for you?  Have a specific school in mind and want to connect with an Admissions rep?  Join us for the Fort Mill Area CACRAO College Fair!

Monday, September 28
6 - 8 p.m.
Fort Mill High School

Open to all students and families.  Please register in advance at www.strivefair.com.  A list of colleges and universities attending can be found here.

FAFSA is scheduled to open on October 1st.  Colleges use FAFSA information to help determine any need based aid, and it may also qualify families for potential grants and loans.  While simplified over the past several years, it can be confusing.  

Senior families and students are invited to join us for a work-session designed for you to complete your FAFSA with the assistance of Financial Aid professionals.

Tuesday, October 27
6 p.m.
Catawba Ridge High School Commons (Cafeteria)

Parents and students must attend together.  

Pre-registration is required. 

Ms. Sardelli is available to assist students in exploring all aspects of their future plans - college, career, military and more.  From starting with what might interest them to planning their next steps to assisting with a job search to applying to college, we will develop a plan and and find opportunities that match up with your aspirations!

The College & Career Center is open for drop-in hours most days before school, at all lunches and during FLEX.  See the calendar of open hours.

Connect with Ms. Sardelli:
E-mail: sardellik@fortmillschools.org
Book a student appointment.
Families wishing to meet with Ms. Sardelli should reach out via email to schedule a time.

Want to stay up-to-date with all the great information that's shared with the College & Career Center?  Be sure to join the Google Classroom!

If college is your next step, finding the right funds can be daunting.  Applying early and often for scholarship opportunities can assist you in the cost of higher education.

Looking for more detailed information about Paying for College?  Start here.

Dates for college visits, military visits, job fairs, workshops and more!

Explore your interests and skills to determine what career choices may be best suited for you. Once you know what you want to do, we need to find the path that's the best fit for you - whether it's college, technical school, military or entering the workforce - and how to navigate your next steps.

Looking for ways to learn more about what you enjoy and what you may be good at?  Or simply looking to build your resume?  There are great opportunities to gain experience as a high school student: part-time work, volunteering, summer programs, work-based learning and more!

Resumes. Cover Letters.  References. Interviews. Part-time job postings.

Finding and landing a job can be a process. We're here to help guide you through that and find opportunities and experiences that will help you reach your career goals.

Are you a member of the community looking to support our Catawba Ridge students with planning their futures? We appreciate your support.

Get connected by:

• Serving as part of our professional network

• Posting part-time job opportunities

• Donating to our "Professional Dress Closet"