What is the High School and Beyond Plan?

The High School and Beyond Plan helps students prepare for life after high school. At Mary M. Knight, students complete this through their Career/College Portfolio, which starts in 7th/8th grade and continues until graduation.

Three Main Parts of Your Student's Portfolio

1. Academic Learning

• Track progress toward graduation credits

• Set SMART goals for academic success

• Complete regular credit checks with advisors

• Document academic achievements

2. Career Planning

• Take career interest assessments through YouScience

• Research careers and education paths

• Complete job shadows to explore careers

• Create a resume or activity log

• Plan high school courses that match career goals

3. Citizenship Leadership

• Complete 10 volunteer hours each year (grades 9-12)

• Document community service experiences

• Develop leadership skills

• Participate in school activities

Key Requirements Each Year

Freshman & Sophomore Years

• Start career exploration using YouScience

• Complete career interest assessments

• Begin volunteer hours (10 per year)

• Create initial course plan

• Set academic goals

Junior Year

• Update course plans based on career interests

• Complete job shadows

• Research colleges and training programs

• Continue volunteer hours

• Start building resume

Senior Year

• Finalize portfolio

• Present to school and community panel

• Complete college/training applications

• Document post-high school plans

• Finish volunteer hours

What Makes a Good Plan?

• Shows clear career goals

• Includes backup plans

• Lists required education/training

• Matches courses to career goals

• Updates as interests change

• Includes real-world experience

Help and Support

Our school counselor, Ms. Alex Fisher (afisher@mmk.wednet.edu), can help with:

• Course selection

• Career exploration

• College planning

• YouScience access

• Portfolio requirements

• Graduation tracking

Important Notes for Families

• The plan can and should change as your student grows

• Regular updates happen during advisory periods

• All students must complete this to graduate

• Support is available if students struggle

• Translations available upon request

Remember: This plan helps your student think about and prepare for their future. It's meant to be flexible and change as they discover new interests and opportunities. Contact Ms. Fisher with any questions or concerns.