For listings of careers and for connections to colleges where you can find your major (what you plan to study) see links below:

• Missouri Connections: Five different inventories that will help you explore your interests and abilities, as well as connect you to colleges, technical schools, military opportunities and job opportunities.  Over 2000 videos have been added to schools, so you can take a virtual campus tour.  Click on the video icon in an occupation to explore. 

  To create a portfolio, you will first log in with:

  Username: Timberland
  Password: 2Viewmoc

  Next, select "Create My Portfolio" in the upper right corner. Under new users, click on "Create My Portfolio". Complete the registration information. Be sure to create your own username and password after you have accessed the site and keep a copy of it for future reference. You can also find scholarship information on this site. Look for Missouri Scholarships under the Education tab.

  Other sites that might help. No site is perfect, so try two or three and cross reference. You can narrow down your career recommendations and college search based on multiple factors (location, major, activities, size, etc):

  SCOIR  l Search for colleges, follow colleges social media feeds, sign up for college rep visits at Timberland.  Create an account using "log in with Google" and your school gmail.  "You Science" can be found on your profile page and will guide you through various assessments to find best match careers.
  My Next Move l Browse careers by key words or by industry.  Includes an interest inventory to match your interests with careers.
  Blueprint4Careers l A free career exploration guide for training programs that can launch you into a successful, high-demand skilled career.
  O*Net Online | Career exploration and job analysis
  College Board | Search for colleges based on location, major, costs and much more
  College Confidential | Get help with admissions, majors, financial aid, essays and more
  College Options | College matches based on your profile
  College Essay Guy l Resources to help with college selection, college applications, essay writing, and more.
  My Majors | Complete an assessment to determine which major is best for you
  Occupational Outlook Handbook | A guide to career information about hundreds of occupations
  Going to College | explore career options and plan for college
  Cappex | Find Colleges and Scholarships
  American Education Services | Family college planning for all grade levels 
  Mapping Your Future | School selection, career exploration, and money management
  Missouri Economy Info Center | Industry and occupation studies and economic indicators
  College NET | College and scholarship search    
  College Stats   | Choose your college based on location, major, test scores, and more
  Next Step U | College planning and scholarship search 
  College Guide | Search colleges, find majors and learn about college life
  College Portraits |  A source of basic, comparable information designed for anyone to learn more about public 4-year colleges and universities
  College Navigator | Find the college right for you
  Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis College 101
  You University | To take virtual tours of colleges across the United States
  Quest Bridge | Special information for low income students, but also good general college prep. info including scholarship searches  
  CollegeWeek Live | Virtual campus tours, webinars, chat with admissions reps
  Colleges of Distinction | This site focuses on close to 200 colleges that emphasize engaged students, great teaching, a vibrant community and successful outcomes 
  Peterson's | Information on college location, enrollment, test scores, tuition, and entrance difficulty  
  Princeton | Statistical information about a variety of colleges, including a subjective view from students and colleges
  U.S.News&Rankings | College rankings according to 11 variables including freshman retention, graduation rates, student/faculty ratio and peer assessment
  College Scorecard | Compare data from colleges that you are interested in
  Think College | College options for people with intellectual disabilities
  Christian Connector | connect to Christian colleges and scholarship opportunities
  TeacherCertificationDegrees.com l A free resource with career outlooks, program ratings, licensing information, and expert advice for current students and continuing learners to develop careers in education.  Resources are also available for recent graduates and current teachers such as guides to earning master's degrees in education and a jobs board.
  College Covered l College Planning website provided by Discover Student Loans.  Includes information about the college search, paying for college, scholarships, living on campus, and tips from counselors.
  Discover Business l A simple but complete database of accredited business schools in the state.  All schools in the database are accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), and/or the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). The schools on the list are all either public or non-profit and also regionally accredited.  Includes essential data like:  Annual in-state tuition costs; Average aid received per student; Acceptance rates; Median SAT and ACT scores for undergraduates; Graduation rates; and GMAT scores for graduates.
  University HQ l Planning for college tips and advice guide.  Includes links to many additional resources.

   

  Find information regarding the following programs click on the individual links below:  

  St. Charles County Ambulance District- EMS Career Path- View a video about being a paramedic here.
  The Academy of Pet Careers- Offereing veterinary assistant school, dog training school, and dog grooming school.
  Barbering Schools
  Cosmetology Schools
  Cosmetology Instructor Schools
  Electrolysis Schools
  Esthetics and Skin Care Schools
  Fashion Design Schools
  Hair Braiding Schools
  Hair Styling and Design Schools
  Makeup Artist Schools
  Massage Therapy Schools
  Nail Technician Schools
  Permanent Makeup Schools
  Salon/Spa Management Schools

   

  Other Helpful Links:

  Missouri Department of Higher Education Career and College Planning Guide
  Federal Student Aid  
  The College Board Essay Writing Tips
  STL Today College Connection
  How to Receive Credit for AP Courses
  Find out how your Dual Enrollment Courses will Transfer

It is crucial to start early in the planning process. The MDHEWD Journey to College website is an excellent "one-stop shopping" guide for college planning. Please see the helpful links below for more information geared toward your specific post-secondary plans.  Mrs. Green also has resources available.

Mentors 4 College offers many resources and virtual presentations to assist you with planning for and applying to college.  They have mentors available to work one-on-one with your family, as well.

Four Year College or University Timeline
Two Year or Community College Timeline
Other Post-Secondary Options
Junior Year Information
Brag Sheet- This will take you to a view only google doc of the Request for Letter of Recommendation (Brag Sheet).  You will need to make a copy, then you will be able to type on it and save your copy.
Education Pays!
Mentors for College- WSD has partnered with Mentors 4 College.  These are volunteer parents and former educators who want to assist you and your family in college and career planning.

Please follow us/like us: Twitter: Mentors 4 College; Instagram: mentors4collegenew; Facebook: Mentors 4 College

The Horizons Website includes career exploration resources.  The Horizons teacher hosts a series of career speakers which all students are able to attend.