College & Career
This class is an opportunity for ninth grade students to gain exposure to the working world they will one day enter and the ways that postsecondary options, including college, will help them in the future. The intention is to “connect the dots” between school and career in ways that keep students motivated to continue to explore career interests throughout high school and to graduate with the skills they will need for the future. After having chances to reflect on their current strengths and interests, students in this course will gain exposure to a wide range of possible careers, the basics of personal finance, the value of community service, and the expectations for college entrance and scholarships. Students will learn and utilize a variety of digital communication tools, including the creation of a digital portfolio that will demonstrate students’ proficiencies with the Oregon Career Related Learning Standards and AVID Grade 9 Elective Standards. By the end of the course, students will have opportunities for meaningful exploration that will create excitement around college and career to give students a clear pathway to their future possibilities.