The MNVA Career & College Program is part of the overall program for high school students at MNVA, supporting students around career and college readiness. The focus of the Career & College Program is to support all students as they plan for life after high school. It isn’t something separate from the regular school day, rather it is part of how students do school.

With the Career & College Program, students have access to additional staff, resources and classes that will prepare them for their individual plans following high school. Part of that includes looking at a student’s career interest and identifying a career pathway to focus on. Realistically, some students know exactly what they want to do after graduation and others do not. High school is a great time to explore this and prepare for life after graduation. Some students are planning on going directly to college while others are planning to go straight on to work. There is no one right way to do it and Career & College Program staff are here to walk alongside students to support them as they lay out their individual plans to meet their goals following high school. As students work to earn core credits, plan out what electives they want to take or focus on a specific Career Pathway to gain industry certifications, the Career & College Program will give students the support needed to make this happen.

Choosing to participate in the Career & College Program doesn’t have to take away from a student’s high school experience, rather it is designed to enhance their high school experience and give students a step up in their preparation for whatever plans they have after graduation.

All students, grades 7-12, at Minnesota Virtual Academy are automatically opted into our Stride Career & College Prep Program and wrap-around services. If you would like to opt-out and not participate in MNVA Career & College Prep and its opportunities, please contact Grete Blum at gblum@mnva.org.