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WELCOME BACK!
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Here at Van Alstyne High School, we are committed to helping our students prepare for life after senior year. Each season, we will be sending out a CCMR publication for parents and students with information about college, careers, and the military. Our CCMR team also communicates with students through Google Classroom and works with students in small groups and individually to create a post-secondary plan tailored to each student’s interests.
CCMR Coordinator: Annie Smith
Academic Counselor Last Names A-L: Bobbi Dyer
Academic Counselor Last Names M-Z: Denise Jensen
Senior Seminar Teacher and Sponsor: Dacia McBryde
Where do I start??
The following websites offer students and parents guidance and steps for selecting a college, career, or military branch, as well as information about scholarships, financial aid, and more!
College for all Texans Texas OnCourse
ACT Encourage College Board Big Future
College
Fall Junior College Checklist
Fall Junior College Checklist
Take PSAT and ACT.
STUDY for the ACT and SAT.
Create a calendar for Junior Year with events related to college/career and testing.
Start researching colleges you are interested in. Create a way to compare these options (ex. pro/con list).
Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Look for leadership opportunities.
Continue good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! On most fall college applications next year, you will use your cumulative GPA from 9th-11th grade.
Sophomore College Checklist
Sophomore College Checklist
Take PSAT
Develop a list of colleges that offer a degree in your interest area(s).
Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Develop good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! GPA is cumulative.
Freshmen College Checklist
Freshmen College Checklist
Develop a list interests and skills. Research careers related to those.
Participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities.
Develop good study habits, note-taking strategies, and time management/organization techniques.
Grades matter! GPA is cumulative.
Vocational and Technical Programs
What are vocational or technical programs?
What are vocational or technical programs?
Vocational and technical programs offer students a pathway to become credentialed in a specific area. These programs can be academically based (associate degree track) OR certification-only based (no "basic" academic courses).
Examples: Fire Science, RN, HVAC, Cosmetology, Automotive, Welding, Culinary, Health Care Provider Assistants, Real Estate, etc.
Check out the CCMR website for more information!
Click the link above and scroll down to the box that says "Program Name." Type in what program of study you are interested in and click "search." This will create a list of public, private, and health institutions that offer an associate degree and/or a certificate in that field of study.
Although there are many private institutions that can certify students, junior colleges also offer a a wide variety of vocational and technical programs that for a more reasonable price. Some junior colleges also offer housing options. Financial Aid (FAFSA) can be applied to most vocational programs taken through Junior Colleges.
Internships and Apprenticeship Programs
Internships and Apprenticeship Programs
There are many companies that hire young adults for a PAID position, while TRAINING them in a certain area as they work along side more-experienced professionals. Find more information on the CCMR website.
Interested in the Military?
Learn more about academic and career option through the US Military
Life in the Military
Ways to Serve
Joining & Eligibility
Careers & Benefits
Education & Training
Parent Resources
Comprehensive site about careers and education in the Military
Search Military Careers
Military Branches
Benefits
Paying for College
Common Questions & Answers
Learn more about Enlistment Procedures
Contact Recruiter
Eligibility Requirements
Education & Testing (ASVAB)
Physical & Medical Requirements
Have you considered a Military Academy?
Have you considered a Military Academy?
There are more options than direct enlistment into the Military.
Military Service Academics
Senior Military Colleges
Maritime Academies
Visit the CCMR website for more information!
Have you taken the ASVAB?
Have you taken the ASVAB?
The ASVAB will be offered both in the fall and the spring for grades 10-12. Although branches of the military use this exam as part of their application process, the test is used in high schools primarily for career exploration and a college/career planning tool. Signs ups will be in September for the Fall administration. Results are not shared with a military branch unless requested.
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