CCR Newsletter 9/6/2024

Posted Date: 9/06/24 (9:00 AM)

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Kaveman Compass

Helping You Navigate Your Future

September 6, 2024

OPPORTUNITIES

1st Responder & Military Appreciation Game TONIGHT!

5:00 pm - Heroes Tailgate (for 1st Responders and Military members and immediate families)

6:00 pm - Gates open to public

6:30 pm - Heroes Parade

7:05 pm - Black Hawk fly in

7:07 pm - Kick Off

Purchase tickets for the game here:

https://gofan.co/event/1514689?schoolId=ID14455

Donate to the Bolter Famiy Here:

https://kunaschools.revtrak.net/kuna-high-school/khs-fundraisers/

KHS BOOKKEEPER:

ACCT: Abbey Bolter

637 E. Deer Flat Rd.

Kuna, ID 83634

Lunch & Learns are Back!

Lunch & Learns offer students a great opportunity to explore specific schools, trades, military branches, and other career paths.

They take place from 10:30-11:25 in the Career Center. Students transferring to and from Swan Falls can come and go as needed to make it to class on time.

Students who register by the deadline will receive a free lunch. While all students are welcome to attend, only those who sign up on time will receive lunch.

Keep an eye on ParentSquare for registration forms and dates!

Army - 9/11

Idaho Air National Guard - 9/18

Women in Engineering Day

Saturday, Sept. 28 in the Idaho Central Credit Union Arena on the University of Idaho Moscow Campus

FREE to all 5th through 12th graders.

All gender identities welcome.

Travel reimbursement scholarships are available. Participation is limited.

Sign up to:

Engineer a prosthetic leg! Participate in a hands-on activity that makes engineering and computer science concepts fun and easy to understand.
Seniors and juniors earn a $500 scholarship toward a U of I undergraduate degree in engineering.
Engage with students and industry leaders during group discussions and activities.
Gain career info and insight into the many engineering degree paths at U of I.
Tour labs and learning spaces to learn about student life at U of I.

For questions about WIE Day, please email engr-wieday@uidaho.edu.

*This event is not sponsored by KSD. Students and parents are responsible for arranging their own transportation to and from the event.

What’s the real cost of college? How to plan now webinar!

Figuring out how to pay for college can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! Register for our free webinar, What’s the real cost of college? How to plan now, and we’ll cover:

Saving for college – it’s never too late!
How to select a college and how much it will cost
FAFSA® – what, why and how
Understanding a financial aid offer
How to find and apply for scholarships and grants – FREE $$$
Education loan options
Free tools and resources to make the process easier

Space is limited, so please register early to guarantee your spot!

What’s the real cost of college?

How to plan now.

Wednesday, September 11th at 5pm MT

SENIOR SECTION

12th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process

Next Steps Idaho is a one-stop shop for all things College and Career Readiness in the State of Idaho! Creating an account will help you save all your research and documents in one place so that as a senior you are prepared to fill out job , scholarships, and college applications!

Create your Next Steps Idaho account today! Instructions can be found here!

12th Grade Checklist

Create a Resume and Cover Letter

Having a resume that lists your skills and experience is crucial to being successful in the future. Though you may feel like you don’t have much to put on a resume yet, going through the process of creating one will put you in the mindset of thinking about how to stand out from the crowd.

Creating Resumes & Cover Letters

Resume & Cover Letter Generator

JUST FOR JUNIORS

11th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process

Create your Next Steps Idaho account today! Instructions can be found here!

11th Grade To-Do Checklist

Schedule and Take the ACT/SAT

The SAT is a nationally administered/recognized college entrance exam that evaluates math, reading comprehension and reasoning, and writing skills. Your results will be used to measure your readiness for college.

Learn More About the SAT

SAT Prep

SOPHOMORE SEGMENT

10th Grade Pathway Plan: The High School to Career Process

Create your Next Steps Idaho account today! Instructions can be found here!

10th Grade To-Do Check List

Khan Academy + CollegeBoard

Next year you’ll be taking the SAT which is a requirement to receive your high school diploma. Give yourself a leg up by starting to prepare this year. If you’ve already taken the PSAT then one great way to get FREE personalize SAT training is to link your College Board account with your Khan Academy Account.