Grade 8 ¼ year, offered every quarter
This quarter-long class provides students with the opportunity to consider the world of work and how their own interests and affinities fit into that world. Students are encouraged to dream big and be true to themselves, to keep an open mind to new possibilities, and to see themselves in the “driver’s seat” with regard to career and educational planning.
Grades 10, 11, 12 ½ credit, Elective or Wellness credit
Future You is a hands-on, semester-long course designed to support students in exploring who they are, what they value, and how they can create a meaningful future. This course invites students to reflect on their personal strengths, interests, and values while learning practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and opportunities. Using a creative and interactive approach, students will practice decision-making, build resilience, and explore diverse pathways for life after high school, whether that means college, work, or community engagement. Activities include journaling, mind-mapping, mentorship conversations, and prototyping future plans. By the end of the course, students will have developed a personal toolkit for designing their lives, including a mission statement, actionable goals, and the confidence to embrace ambiguity. Future You is about discovering your unique path and creating a fulfilling life that reflects who you are and what matters most to you.
Course Requirements: Students must be in good academic standing. To be successful in online learning students strong independent work skills and be motivated to engage with the curriculum material. It is expected that students will participate in their online course in person in the C3 classroom, on a regular basis, and complete assignments in a timely way.
Woodstock Union High School offers the opportunity to take online courses through two online-learning providers: VHS Learning and Vermont Virtual Learning Cooperative (VTVLC). Through these partnerships, students have access to over 200 full-year and semester online courses including Advanced Placement (AP), Honors-level, and Standard-level courses. Online courses can be used to explore subjects not taught in person at the high school or to resolve scheduling conflicts for in-person classes.
Books & Resources That Influence This Work
What Color is Your Parachute? by Richard N. Bolles with Katharine Brooks
Hands and Minds: A Guide To Project-Based Learning For Teachers By Teachers
Working with Kids: A Service-Learning Guide for Community Partners
The Big Picture: Education is Everyone's Business by Dennis Litke and Samantha Grabelle