Grade 11
Decide Your Next Steps
In 11th grade your plan will become more clear as you decide your next step after graduation. Exploring your options, narrowing your plan, and taking proactive steps towards your future are what this year is all about.
SchooLinks Tasks
SchooLinks is an online tool to help students explore their future self-- using personality, skills, and interests to determine the best career & pathway fit.
- Update Resume/Profile
- Set/Update Career Goal
- Set/Update Post-Secondary Goal
- Favorite 3 Careers
- 11th Grade Financial Aid Lesson
- Submit 11th Grade High School & Beyond Plan
Future Ready
FutureU @ Green River College
Students can anticipate a captivating day filled with exploration and learning opportunities. Students will have the opportunity to connect with more than 60 representatives at a resource fair, including two-year community and technical colleges, four-year colleges and universities, apprenticeships, trades and career training programs, and the military. Through the FutureU simulation, students will learn how to budget effectively and explore how college and career training programs can be affordable and attainable. Additionally, students will get to experience campus life, learn about student support programs, and begin to envision what college can offer them.
Stay Connected
Attend Family Events
Student-led conferences, open house, Future Ready Fest, and CollegeCon are great opportunities to explore opportunities and connect with your school community.
Check out the Monthly Student Scoop Newsletter.
Read the Monthly Student Scoop newsletter for college and career news, events and opportunities. It comes out the first week of each month in ParentSquare and email.
Family Checklist
College & Career Training can be Affordable, Explore How!
College and career training can be affordable with the right supports and resources. Having a strong understanding of financial aid, grants, and scholarship can help you reach your dreams without breaking the bank. Visit wsac.wa.gov/apply to learn about resources to fund the future you choose!
Sign Up for Future Ready Bot
Future Ready Bot is a messaging platform designed for students in Highline Public Schools, offering essential updates, information, and reminders to help you plan for your future. Scan the QR code to register and receive monthly texts that will keep you informed and engaged.
Schedule a FutureU Family Meeting
After attending FutureU, you should have a strong idea of what career path you are interested in pursuing. Share your reflections and list of top 3 programs of interest using the FutureU Family Discussion questions to get the conversation started.
Family Discussion Ideas
- What options are you considering after graduation (college, apprenticeships, job training, military)?
- Explore the qualifications of the pathway you are interested in. Are you on track to meet the minimum requirements? Do you have the necessary GPA? Courses completed? If not, what adjustments need to be made?
- What support do you want from your family?
The High School and Beyond Plan is a graduation requirement in Washington designed to help students prepare for their futures by connecting their school experience to life after graduation goals.