College & Career Pathways
College & Career Specialists
Our College & Career Specialists work with students and their families to help them find their career pathways after high school. "What's Your e?" is the focus of our work; whether they will enlist, employ, or enroll. We provide services to the students and the schools in-person, virtually, via email, phone, or text. The duration of the service is flexible based on needs.
Ms. Sandy Fink
Mr. Sean Kurth
Our contact information:
sandra_fink@scps.k12.fl.us sean_kurth@scps.k12.fl.us
EXPLORE XELLO FOR
PATHWAY PLANNING
Through your student's Clever Portal, they are able to access Xello which is Florida's online college and career readiness program that fully engages every student in building the skills, knowledge, and plans for future success! Within this platform your child can:
Create a student profile to include interests, access a student friendly career search engine, and complete a goal setting action plan!
Complete self paced learning modules that support college and career readiness education.
BE PREPARED: SCPS GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Do you know where to find them?
Step 1 : Go the scps.k12.fl.u
Step 2: In search magnifying glass, type GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Step 3: Click on Diploma Pathways and the graduation requirements document pops up!
Step 4: READ!
Take Aways & Resources
Below are the links & websites for the many resources we share in our presentations. Sites have been hyperlinked to the address in parenthesis.
Common App (www.commonapp.org)
SSAR (Self-Report School Academic Record) (www.ssar.selfreportedtranscript.com)
Going Merry (Scholarship Search) (www.goingmerry.com)
Fastweb (Scholarship Search) (www.fastweb.com)
ScholarshipOwl (Scholarship Search) (www.scholarshipowl.com)
Internships/Industry Certs (www.scps.k12.fl.us/district/departments/epathways)
Scholarship Opportunities (www.scps.k12.fl.us/district/departments/epathways/scholarships)
Career/Interest Exploration (https://openpsychometrics.org/tests/RIASEC)
Free ASVAB Test Prep (Also help improves SAT/ACT score) www.march2success
ASVAB Aptitude Test-(Figure out what you are good! Let's practice!) nationalguard.com/practice-asvab
Occupational Outlook Handbook- Research Your Career!
Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
Bright Futures Website https://floridabrightfutures.gov/
State Scholarship and Grant Programs www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/SAPHome/SAPHome?url=home
College Board CCS Profile- For Non-Federal Money- Fee Applied unless have a fee waiver
www.ccsprofile.collegeboard.org
How To Make a Comprehensive Resume (With Examples) https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/resumes-cover-letters/high-school-resume-tips
Educational Programs To Prepare Individuals for Occupations Important to Florida’s Economic Development FLDOE Career & Technical Education Link
Going Merry
Going Merry is an amazing search engine to find 1000's of dollars of scholarship money.
Bright futures
If you are attending a college/university in Florida, don't miss out on the opportunity to apply for in-state scholarship awards.
There are so many pathways to explore. Take a deep breath and research all of your opportunities.
One of your e's is ENROLL! If this is your path of choice, there are so many wonderful resources to help you with the process. Here are some tips & tricks that will help you as you apply!
College Essay & Scholarships: Tips, Support, & Prompts
Have you ever considered Career & Technical Education?
Check out all the workforce opportunities!
There many companies that are willing to hire you right after high school graduation and train you to have a successful career. Don't forget the apprenticeship and certification programs that are available!
Employ and Enroll:
Do your research!
Can work together!
Many companies will pay for your schooling.
DID YOU KNOW?
Manufacturing is one of the
FASTEST growing industries
in Florida.
... especially in Central Florida.
Interest in knowing more about ENLISTING? We can help you explore your options and support you in the steps towards a career in the military.
Learn more about the ASVAB aptitude test and MEPS in the videos below!
Did you know you can ENLIST & ENROLL at the same time?
Paying for COLLEGE &More
IT STARTS WITH FASFA!
FSA ID
STEPS TO COMPLETE
Make sure!
You chose the correct academic year.
You see that "Processed Completely" status.
Responsible Borrowing for College Expenses:
Check out the video for advice & wisdom
Opportunities for College & Career Acceleration in High School
Think Outside The Box About Your Future
THE POWER OF RESEARCHING YOUR CAREER INTERESTS THROUGH THE OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK :
FIND OUT:
DO I NEED TO GET A CERTIFICATION, 2 YEAR DEGREE, 4 YEAR DEGREE, OR ON THE JOB TRAINING FOR MY CAREER?
WILL I HAVE A JOB POST GRADUATION? IS MY DESIRED OCCUPATION GROWING IN NEED IN THE NEXT 10 YEARS?
