College Kickoff 25-26

Rattlers OWN IT during the month of October

We want ALL Rattlers to learn about the options and opportunities after high school. College & Career Kickoff Day (CCKO) is a state-wide event celebrating and promoting College & Career Readiness! This year, we are going to use the month of October to highlight information by grade level. We will have guests from various colleges and career sectors at lunch some Wednesdays to have open booths available to connect to all students. See the calendar of events below. Let's OWN IT, Rattlers!

Optional College & Career Readiness Exams

Students may sign up for optional college and career readiness exams administered on Thursday, October 9th. Please see the descriptions of the two optional exams below. Students will need their Chromebooks for the exam.

10-11th Grade: College Readiness PSAT Optional Sign Up

PSAT Sign-Up Form

The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test & National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a good practice for the SAT, provides AP Potential, and can enter you into the National Merit Scholarship Program. It is useful for state testing preparation, as well as college entrance. Results will show you areas of strength and weakness, as well as provide customized practice for SAT preparation through Khan Academy. (Approx. 4 hours)

Results are available in December, and counselors will do PSAT presentations in January with students to explain their results and link them to free, customized Khan Academy SAT prep based on their results.
You have until September 12th to sign up for the October exam so we can submit your test order.
Students may be responsible for a $20 fee.

10-12th Grade: Career Readiness ASVAB Optional Sign Up

ASVAB Sign-Up Form

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a multiple-aptitude battery that measures developed abilities and helps predict future academic and occupational success in the military. It is administered annually to more than one million military applicants, high school, and post-secondary students. Taking in high school can help with career exploration, not necessarily military entrance. (Approx. 2-3 hours)
You have until a date in October 6th to sign up for the October exam so we can submit your test order.

9th Grade: College & Career Readiness with HS Planning Focus

Week 1: October 6-10 through Living Earth classes

Freshmen Rattlers will focus on developing four-year plans, exploring college and career inventories, and developing goals for high school to prepare for success. Students will also get CAL Kids information.
Students will need their fully charged Chromebook to access the CCGI portal.

11th Grade: College Readiness with Post-Secondary Exploration

Week 3: October 20-24 through Social Studies Classes

Junior Rattlers will explore post-secondary options in detail based on career interest. Students will learn about financial aid options and reflect on their progress of their four-year plans and CAL Kids.
Students will need their fully charged Chromebook to access the CCGI portal.

10th Grade: Career Readiness with Post-Secondary Exploration

Week 2: October 14-17 through Social Studies Classes

Sophomore Rattlers will explore careers and learn about post-secondary options. Students will take a career assessment to gain an understanding of interest, skill, and talent. Students will revisit four-year plans.
Students will need their fully charged Chromebook to access the CCGI portal.

12th Grade: College & Career Entrance & Preparation

Week 4: October 27-31 through Social Studies Classes

Senior Rattlers will focus on college entrance by working with teachers, counselors, and college representatives to complete workshops on FAFSA, scholarships, and college applications and CAL Kids.
Students will need their fully charged Chromebook and the items from the Senior Checklist for the workshops.