At Mary Hoge Middle School, the CCMR Advisor and Counselors used tools like the Major Clarity assessment and Texas Reality Check to help 8th-grade students explore post-secondary programs and career paths aligned with their strengths and interests. Based on assessment data, a guidance lesson was created to broaden students' awareness of diverse career opportunities.

Students toured the Joe Calvillo CTE Complex and attended a CCMR Expo featuring guest speakers from various industries, providing firsthand insight into future career possibilities. Counselors also focused on career readiness, highlighting the skills and education needed for different fields. This initiative empowered students to make informed decisions about their academic and career goals.

Joe Calvillo CTE Complex tours give 8th-grade students valuable hands-on experience as they explore different career pathways. By visiting facilities and interacting with equipment, tools, and professionals in various fields, students gain practical insight into what each program entails. This direct experience helps them better understand the skills required in specific careers, allowing them to make more informed decisions about their high school program of study. CTE tours provide an engaging way for students to connect their interests with real-world applications, making it easier to envision future opportunities and choose paths that align with their strengths and goals.

The CCMR Expo offers 8th-grade students an excellent opportunity to connect with community members and explore a variety of career options. By interacting with professionals from different fields, students gain insight into various occupations and learn about the skills and education needed for each. This exposure helps students make informed choices about their future educational paths, allowing them to align their interests with potential career options. The expo also fosters community engagement, giving students a firsthand look at local career opportunities and inspiring them to consider paths they might not have previously explored. 

Stakeholders are essential to our planning process, providing crucial support for both guidance curriculum and system operations. Utilizing data, they collaborate closely with our program to plan, implement, and ensure students receive the necessary skills and resources for success. Our counseling program aligns with the WISD counseling curriculum goals to fully support all school initiatives and foster a positive learning environment.

Stakeholders, including parents, are regularly updated on activities, events, and initiatives that address each student’s unique needs and aspirations. We have also conducted parent presentations to inform them about College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR), ensuring they are well equipped to support their children’s future success.

We communicate updates and program details through newsletters, social media, Google Classroom, and the School Messenger Phone Call System, keeping everyone informed and engaged. Our Mary Hoge community is truly the best, always stepping up to support our students and their academic journeys.