Take Action!!!!
Make a plan! Earn an industry recognized certification, volunteer, find an internship, plan for after high school, get a job!
Create a CAREER PLAN
Mapping Your Future
"A career plan helps you determine your skills and interests, what career best suits your talents, and what skills and training you need for your chosen career. By developing a career plan, you can focus on what you want to do and how to get there. And when you are ready to develop your resume, you will have a better understanding of your skills and experiences to discuss with potential employers." |
Earn a CERTIFICATION in a field of your interest
Career Development Incentive Program list of approved certification programs for high school students
"The Career Development Incentive Program provides financial incentives for school districts and charter schools that encourage high school students, grades 9-12, to complete qualified industry credential programs." This means that when you pass one of these tests, Animas High School can reimburse you the cost of the test.
---->From Colorado Department of Education
"Industry certifications allow students to demonstrate mastery of knowledge and/or skills. They can increase job prospects,
marketability to employers and employability, as well as options for postsecondary education."
Contact Janae if you would like support exploring the certifications further.
"The Career Development Incentive Program provides financial incentives for school districts and charter schools that encourage high school students, grades 9-12, to complete qualified industry credential programs." This means that when you pass one of these tests, Animas High School can reimburse you the cost of the test.
---->From Colorado Department of Education
"Industry certifications allow students to demonstrate mastery of knowledge and/or skills. They can increase job prospects,
marketability to employers and employability, as well as options for postsecondary education."
Contact Janae if you would like support exploring the certifications further.
Get INVOLVED!
VOLUNTEER in the community
There are many organizations in the area that can use your help! You can begin your hunt through the Volunteer Opportunities page or by searching your favorite organization's website.
There are many organizations in the area that can use your help! You can begin your hunt through the Volunteer Opportunities page or by searching your favorite organization's website.
SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
Erin Cummins-Roper, our college counselor, maintains a list of summer opportunities, check it out!
Erin Cummins-Roper, our college counselor, maintains a list of summer opportunities, check it out!
Try on a career through an INTERNSHIP
Animas High School offers two different internship opportunities for our students. All of our students complete a three-week Junior LINK Internship towards the spring of 11th grade. We also have an optional Senior LINK 2.0 elective choice for students in their last year at AHS who would like to continue exploring their interests through participating in the professional world. Contact Elliot for more information.
Plan for AFTER HIGH SCHOOL
If you're a first semester senior or a second semester junior, it's time to talk to College Counseling. Erin Cummins-Roper can help you decide what the next steps can look like for you, whether it's a gap year, a two year school, or a four year university, make sure you're contacting her for support! Contact her at [email protected]
Find a JOB
Connecting Colorado
"Connecting Colorado is part of a state and county-run system that delivers immediate, tangible results for your future. You can post your résumé, apply for a specific job or do a self-directed job search through our jobs database." |
Career One Stop
"This website has information, tools, and links to resources to help anyone age 16 to 24:
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Zippia: The Career Expert
"Finding a job is difficult as is, and finding one as a teenager in high school can be even more challenging. You are not only competing with other students but also competing with adults in your job search. This guide will help you prepare, get noticed, and hired. We will walk you through everything from finding the best jobs for high school students and companies hiring younger workers to obtaining working papers and knowing your rights." |