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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. 

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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!

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College Search
Career Exploration
Resume/Brag Sheet

CALENDAR

Monday, October 26

 

Financial Aid 101 Workshop
3:00 p.m. | Learn the basics to make filing financial aid a breeze! Open to students & families.

 

Financial Aid Completion Help
6:00 p.m. | Get help in completing your financial aid application

 

Tuesday, October 27

 

College Application Help
3:00 p.m. | Get help with your college and scholarship application from the pros 

 

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
3:00 p.m. | Get help with your college and scholarship application from the pros

 

Friday, October 30

 

Financial Aid Completion Help
3:00 p.m. |  Work session to get assistance in completing your financial aid application

*No Monday and Friday  Workshop of the Week for FAFSA & WASFA ID support this week

FULL CALENDAR

EVENTS & NEWS

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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.

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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! 

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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

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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.

  • Who: Grades 9-12
  • When: December 3 - February 4 | Thursdays afterschool
  • Compensation: $250 Visa gift card after completion of workshop series.
  • Application: Download here

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
30 Spots Available Per Workshop

Connect with local professionals for highlights in various career pathways. Learn about post-secondary credentials/pathways required for these roles.

November Workshops: 

  • November 4 | Port of Seattle, Fire Department
  • November 13 | IGNITE with Microsoft Professionals 

Questions? Please contact Career Access Specialist, Xulie Olivos at xulie.olivos@highlineschools.org or by phone voicemail at 206.631.3171.  

REGISTER HERE

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. 

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