ACP Curriculum, Support & Services

ACP Scope and Sequence & Curriculum Alignment

5K to 5th Grade: Awareness

Students in our elementary schools have a multitude of opportunities to experience the world of work through classroom instruction, field trips, guest speakers and ACP geared life skills lessons. Each child is encouraged to explore their developing strengths and interests through our diverse curriculum. 

6th-8th Grade: Exploration & Connections

While at the Middle School, students begin to explore career clusters in a more personalized way through the use of career exploration software and interest inventories. They learn about the importance of looking at their skills, interests and personality when determining if a career cluster might be a good fit for them and worth further exploration. Throughout their time at JMS, they will thoughtfully consider who they are, their strengths and interests and begin making connections to career clusters that could be a good fit. 

9th-10th Grade: Plan

Throughout freshman and sophomore year, students will explore course options while taking into consideration their skills, interests, and personality. They will learn about multiple post-secondary options for the careers they are considering. Students will plan course sequencing that both aligns with their career interests and post-secondary needs while also learning the importance of getting involved in extracurricular opportunities. 

11th-12th Grade: Study & Refine

During guided reflection with their ACP advisors and counselors, juniors and seniors will research what is needed to be successful on the paths they are considering, assess themselves against those requirements and refine their plan as needed to meet their personal goals. This may be done through job shadows, interviews, career speakers, and more. With these experiences, students will be able to develop an actionable plan for their future. Additionally, students will refine and ensure that they meet all graduation requirements to be college, career and life ready adults.