Cashton's Academic and Career Plan
(Approved by Board of Education on 8/16/17)
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Advisement Teams
All students in grades 6-12 connect with a faculty member for Academic and Career Plan advisement sessions. These occur once per month throughout the school year. Students are placed on a middle school or high school advisement team. They use this time for career exploration, goal writing and reflections, future financial planning, scholarship and college applications, and scheduling of future classes.
Academic and Career Planning Topics
Pathways of Study (POS)
Pathways of Study (POS) align classes with students’ potential career interests. Students may utilize Pathways of Study in planning and scheduling for high school courses, lining up internships, and participating in job shadow opportunities
High School Course Description Handbook
Cashton's 4-Year Plan
Career Certificate
Students in grades 9-12 may earn career certificates by taking specific classes at Cashton High School. Refer to the Career Certificate Opportunities link for more information.
Career Certificate Opportunities
Start College Now, Youth Apprenticeship, & Career Opportunities
Students in grades 11 and 12 have the opportunity to participate in Start College Now and/or Youth Apprenticeships while attending the School District of Cashton. We welcome all local businesses to partner with us in providing direct instruction and/or hands-on experience within the student's interested career field.
Family Engagement
The School District of Cashton recognizes the importance of family engagement as students in grades 6-12 explore various topics related to college and career readiness. Parents/guardians can expect their student to participate in the following activities aligned with ACP:
Grade 6: Students (and their parents) participate in a middle school orientation before the beginning of the school year to facilitate a smooth transition from elementary school. They have the opportunity to become familiar with the building expectations and school policies, as well as learn how to use lockers and see classrooms. Students participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Parents are also invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter.
Grade 7: Students (and their parents) participate in an open house before the beginning of the school year. They have the opportunity to review building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Students participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Parents are also invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter.
Grade 8: Students (and their parents) participate in an open house before the beginning of the school year. They have the opportunity to review building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Parents are invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter. Students participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Families also participate in Academic & Career Planning conferences to provide information to prepare students for success in high school, while discussing and getting ready for postsecondary education, work, and/or the military.
Grade 9: Students (and their parents) participate in a high school orientation before the beginning of the school year to facilitate a smooth transition. They have the opportunity to become familiar with the building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Parents are invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter. Students also participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Topics may include the importance of maintaining a strong academic record and personalized course selection.
Grade 10: Students (and their parents) participate in a high school open house before the beginning of the school year. They have the opportunity to review building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Parents are invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter. Students also participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Topics may include: Personalized course selection (dual credit options) and job opportunities related to high school course selection.
Grade 11:Students (and their parents) participate in a high school open house before the beginning of the school year. They have the opportunity to review building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Parents are invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter. Students participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Families also participate in Academic & Career Planning conferences to provide information to prepare students for success in high school, while discussing and getting ready for postsecondary education, work, and/or the military.
Grade 12: Students (and their parents) participate in a high school open house before the beginning of the school year. They have the opportunity to review building expectations and school policies, as well as see classrooms. Parents are invited to parent/teacher conferences at mid-quarter of first, second, and third quarter. Students participate in career development discussions and activities throughout the school year. Families also participate in Academic & Career Planning conferences to provide information to prepare students for success in high school, while discussing and getting ready for postsecondary education, work, and/or the military.
Job Market Needs
Labor market information suggests that the three largest industry sectors by jobs in Monroe County were the Education & Health Services; Trade, Transportation, & Utilities; and Manufacturing sectors. Together, these sectors represented 55.8% of jobs in 2016 and are expected to continue as the three largest sectors in 2026. The Trade, Transportation, & Utilities sector is projected to gain more jobs than the other two leading sectors. Overall, there are 11,749 more jobs projected in 2026, a 7.3% increase from 2016. Therefore, the School District of Cashton provides students the opportunity to participate in Youth Apprenticeships and Dual Credit courses related to these fields.
Students are provided with information and guidance to make decisions about their educational and career path. Activities in Xello, college and career exploration events, self assessments, and dual credit coursework prepare students in the School District of Cashton for life after high school.
High school students are also encouraged to participate in a job shadow with a person who works in a field related to the student’s career interest. Students may also participate in program shadows at technical colleges.
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