![]() Secondary Success College & Career Readiness October 26, 2020 INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Find a list of upcoming virtual events available to you this fall to support you in your college and career goals. ![]() Complete November "First 5" Challenge Win a $50 Gift Card for Completing The First 5 Steps of the Highline Challenge That's right! By getting a jump start on the Highline Challenge you can win a $50 gift card & prizes donated by Naviance. It's simple, complete the first 5 steps of the Highline Challenge and complete the "First Five" Survey and you're in! Winners will be notified via email and featured in an upcoming Senior Scoop Newsletter. Get your "First 5" Completed by November 20 to be eligible. Check out the Highline Challenge website for additional information!
College & Career Tools: Naviance Naviance is the tool to support your College & Career planning and post-secondary goals. Naviance allows you to explore the future YOU choose right from your computer! If you're just logging in, exploring your dream career, or deciding which college is the best fit for you Naviance can help. Use these step by step guides to help you explore!
Tip! Sit down with your family and explore your options, together!
Not sure where to start? We got you covered! Login to Naviance at: https://launchpad.classlink.com/highline and select the Naviance icon or select the Naviance icon on your school computer desktop! CALENDAR Monday, October 26
Financial Aid 101 Workshop
Financial Aid Completion Help
Tuesday, October 27
College Application Help
Financial Aid 101 En Español 6:00 p.m. | Learn all the basics to make filing financial aid a breeze! Open to students & families.
Wednesday, October 28
College Visits 1-4 p.m. | 30 minute presentations hosted by various College Reps, check the link for the full list, here!
Financial Aid 101 Workshop 6:00 p.m. | Learn the basics to make filing financial aid a breeze! Open to students & families.
Thursday, October 29
College Application Help
Friday, October 30
Financial Aid Completion Help EVENTS & NEWS ![]() Deadline Approaching: UW Seattle Apply by Sunday, November 15 The deadline to apply for Freshman (including Running Start students) is quickly approaching. Need support in looking over your personal statement? Our team is here to help you out! Make sure to check out the Virtual Support and Workshop page. ![]() Career Corner Spotlight: Verizon Join us Wednesday, October 28 at 4:00 p.m. Verizon professionals will share their Career Pathways and roles in making cellphones work. You will have the opportunity to ask questions about their journeys and participate in hands- on activities. There are 16 spots open and registered students will receive a prize. Register today! ![]() Virtual College/Pathway Rep Visits Every Wednesday between 12:30 and 4:30 p.m. Thank you for your feedback on accessing registration links. Links are now available on the College & Career calendar the day of the visits. Hear from program reps for presentations from college, military, apprenticeship, scholarship and trade representatives. Please register here by Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. to receive a reminder email. CAREER CORNER ![]() Paid Internship: King County Parks Apply to Youth for Parks - Winter Workshop Series by Wednesday, November 4 at 5:00 p.m. This virtual program is an opportunity for young people in grades 9-12 to participate in a series of Zoom sessions on environmental topics related to parks and greenspace. King County believes youth programs should be informed by youth like yourself and invites high school students to apply to be part of this process.
Questions? Please contact Education Coordinator, Sahar Arbab, at sarbab@kingcounty.gov or 206-276-5773 Maritime Industry Virtual Career Fair Join on Thursday, November 19 at 10:00 a.m. Are you interested in learning about an amazing career in the maritime and fishing industry? Did you know that the average annual salary in the maritime industry is more than $20,000 above the average wage in Washington? Attend this virtual exploration event to learn about opportunities in this career pathway. Please register here! Virtual Career Exploration Series Connect with local professionals for highlights in various career pathways. Learn about post-secondary credentials/pathways required for these roles. November Workshops:
Questions? Please contact Career Access Specialist, Xulie Olivos at xulie.olivos@highlineschools.org or by phone voicemail at 206.631.3171. RESOURCES 3 Steps Towards Financial Aid Completion Step 1: Join us for a Financial Aid 101 Workshop to learn all you need to know about completing your financial aid application. Every Monday at 3:00 p.m. & Wednesday at 6:00 p.m.
Step 2: If you need support, visit College & Career Office hours from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Please note, Workshop of the Week for FAFSA & WASFA ID support this week is not available this week (October 26-30).
Step 3: Complete your application by using our step by step video tutorial or by attending a Financial Aid Completion Event every Monday at 6:00 p.m. or Friday at 3:00 p.m.
For event links and additional information visit our Virtual Support and Workshops webpage. © 2020 Secondary Success College and Career Readiness - Highline Public Schools 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW Burien, WA 98166 | collegeandcareer@highlineschools.org Feedback? Submit feedback HERE! |