Join us for the 4th Annual KSD College & Career Fair, designed for students in grades 5–12 and their families! Explore 100+ colleges, universities, trade schools, military branches, and local employers—all in one place.
📅 February 25, 2026
📍 Kuna High School Gymnasium
637 E. Deer Flat Rd., Kuna, ID 83634
Event Schedule:
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM: Grades 5–8
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM: Grades 9–12
🎟 Raffle prizes just for participating!
🚚 Food Trucks: Off the Grid Pizza & Rusty Dog Corn Dog
Questions?
📧 Laura Turner – lturner@kunaschools.org
📧 Kim Riggs – kriggs@kunaschools.org
Lots of prizes, food, and fun—don’t miss it!
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Attention 2025–2026 High School Students!
The Treasure Valley Jiffy Lube “What Drives You?” Scholarship is now open to students attending schools in Boise, Caldwell, Eagle, Fruitland, Nampa, and Meridian.
Award Details:
- $4,000 overall scholarship
- Three $1,000 finalist scholarships
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Four total awards (at least one finalist from each category)
🗓 Deadline: March 9, 2026
📚 For the 2025–2026 school year
How It Works:
- Submit a 500-word essay answering: What drives you?
- Finalists will create a 1–2 minute video expanding on their essay
- All finalists earn at least $1,000
- The $4,000 winner is selected from the finalist videos
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The Horatio Alger Association offers a High School Junior National Scholarship for students in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
🎓 Award Amount: 105 scholarships at $25,000 each
Who Should Apply:
- Current high school juniors enrolled full time in the U.S.
- Plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree after graduation
- (students may start at a two-year college and transfer)
- Demonstrated financial need (family AGI $100,000 or less)
- Involved in school activities and community service
- Demonstrated perseverance and integrity
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- U.S. citizen
🔗 Learn more & apply:
This is an excellent opportunity for juniors who have overcome challenges and are planning for college.
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Learn how Idaho residents are using tuition assistance, career training, and benefits to build stable futures—without massive student debt.
What You’ll Learn About
- College tuition assistance
- Trade & career certifications
- Healthcare & insurance benefits
- Part-time service options
📅 Monday, February 9, 2026
⏰ 6:15–7:00 PM
📍 Pinnacle Library
1375 E Phenomenal St, Meridian, ID 83642
⚠️ RSVP REQUIRED – Limited Seating
📞📱 Call or Text SSG Pyfer: (208) 509-0857
Cookies provided by Little Porch Co (Insta: @littleprochco)
*This event is not sponsored by Kuna School District. Students are responsible for their own registration, transportation, and costs that may be associated with the event.
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Wednesday 2/4/2026: BSU CAMP representative Rosy Moreno will be in the Career Center during intervention/lunch from 10:30–11:30 a.m. to share information about the CAMP program for students interested in college who have a personal or family background in migrant or seasonal agricultural work. |
Tuesday 2/10/2026 The Marines will host a lunch table in the Commons. Stop by to say hello and learn about the opportunities the Marines have to offer! |
Thursday 2/19/2026 A BYU–Idaho representative will be in the Career Center to help seniors finish their applications and answer questions about housing or anything else they may need. Stop by and check in with him to make sure you have everything squared away!
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Tuesday 2/24/2026 The Army will host a lunch table in the Commons. Stop by to say hellos and learn about the opportunities the Army has to offer. |
The Coast Guard will host a lunch table in the Commons on the first Thursday of each month. Stop by to say hello and learn about the opportunities the Coast Guard offers! |
Don’t miss this section! It’s packed with helpful resources, exciting events, and tools to support you every step of the way! |
If you believe you may be a candidate for Valedictorian or Salutatorian, you must submit the attached documentation packet. The packet outlines all required documents that must be submitted in order to be considered. Please note that only the documents included with the packet will be reviewed.
We do not always automatically receive all information used in the selection process (such as updated test scores or dual credit coursework). Because of this, it is the student’s responsibility to gather and submit all required documentation with the packet by the due date.
Please note, that the rubric has not changed—only the process has been updated to ensure we have complete and accurate information for each candidate.
All packets and supporting documents are due by March 1. Late packets or documents will not be considered.
Packets should be submitted to the registrar in the Counseling Office.
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With second semester kicking off, it’s time for seniors to start finalizing plans for life after high school. Ms. Bauer will be calling seniors down over the coming weeks to check in on post-secondary plans and ensure all required materials are submitted.
In the meantime, college- and trade school-bound seniors should work on completing the following items as soon as possible:
✅ FAFSA – Many colleges have deadlines of February 15 or March 1
✅ Apply to your school(s)
✅ Idaho LAUNCH application
✅ Career Portfolio
If you would like to meet with Ms. Bauer one-on-one, please schedule an appointment using the link at the bottom of this newsletter. Otherwise, seniors can expect to be called down starting next week.
Let’s finish strong, Class of 2026! 💚
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Many colleges require the FAFSA to be submitted by February 15 in order to be considered for merit-based and institutional scholarships, regardless of Pell Grant eligibility. The FAFSA must be fully completed and submitted by this deadline for students to receive scholarship offers.
FAFSA Checklist
You will need:
- ✔️ Student Social Security number
- ✔️ Student personal email address
- ✔️ Parent email address
What to Expect
- The student completes the 2026–2027 FAFSA.
- The final step of the student section is sending the parent contributor invitation via email.
- The parent accepts the invitation, creates an account (if needed), and completes their portion of the form.
If you need assistance with the FAFSA, please visit Ms. Bauer in the Career Center before the February 15 deadline.
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Need help completing your FAFSA? Join us for an evening of food, beverages, and hands-on assistance to get your application finished!
✨ Bonus: One lucky attendee will win a $1,000 CWI Scholarship!
📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: CWI Nampa Campus – Academic Building, Room 201
📍 Address: 5500 E. Opportunity Dr., Nampa, ID
📝 Please bring the following:
• 2024 Federal Tax Returns (student & parent/guardian)
• Social Security Numbers
• Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID)
• Driver’s License (if applicable)
This is a great opportunity to get questions answered, meet deadlines, and potentially earn scholarship money. We hope to see you there! 💚
**You don't have be be planning on attending CWI to join this event!**
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It’s not too late to apply and be considered in the next round of offers. Complete your application here:
Apply & Learn More:
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Our Kaveman Spotlight shares stories, advice, and tips from current students and alumni to inspire Kavemen as they explore college, careers, and life after high school. If you know an alumni to spotlight please have them email abauer@kunaschools.org. |
Corbin Black, a 2019 graduate, took a hands-on, career-focused path after high school—one that combined technical training, direct workforce experience, and community involvement.
After graduating, Corbin pursued technical and trade training, earning certifications in welding and automotive technology with the goal of entering the workforce quickly. He started his career as a sales representative for a small company, where he built strong communication and relationship-building skills. Through hard work and persistence, he worked his way into his current role at Stein Beverage Distribution as a Sales Representative and Reset Specialist, while also serving as an assistant wrestling coach at Centennial High School.
Corbin credits much of his success to learning how to talk to people, build trust, and form meaningful professional relationships. What he enjoys most about his work is meeting new people every day and creating connections based on honesty, respect, and knowledge.
Advice for students:
“Never give up—but don’t stay stuck in something you don’t enjoy. Find something that doesn’t feel like work.”
Corbin emphasizes the importance of being friendly, respectful, attentive, and compassionate, reminding students that you never know what someone else might be going through. He also shares that he experienced two layoffs early in his career—challenging moments that taught him resilience and the value of always striving to do your best, no matter where you are.
While his career isn’t directly in automotive technology, Corbin still uses those skills in his personal life. Outside of work, he enjoys racing cars at Meridian Speedway during the summer, turning his technical training into a passion-filled hobby.
He lives by the motto:
“Let the past be the past, let tomorrow be tomorrow—always focus on today.”
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We are looking for Idaho’s next generation of leaders! Applications are now open for the 2026 Gem Boys State session, held at Gowen Field in Boise from May 31 to June 5, 2026.
This elite leadership program transforms high school juniors into active citizens. Participants spend a week at Gowen Field building a mock government, running for office, and learning the inner workings of our democracy. It is a premier addition to any college or military academy resume.
⚡ Key Information:
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Who: Current high school juniors.
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Cost: $500.00 (Includes all lodging, meals, and materials).
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Capacity: Strictly limited to the first 120 delegates.
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Urgency: Once the 120-limit is reached, we will institute a stand-by list. Early submission is critical.
📅 Important Dates & Process:
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Application Deadline: Friday, April 10th.
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Selection: Once applications are submitted, the local American Legion office will review and select the final applicants who will represent our community.
How to Apply: Please see Ms. Bauer in the Career Center to pick up your application and get started.
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Are you 16+ and looking for a fun summer job? Roaring Springs and Wahooz are now hiring for the upcoming season! Gain valuable work experience in a team-based environment with plenty of leadership opportunities.
🍦 Employee Perks:
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Free Season Pass for all active employees
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50% Off Food while on shift
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Discounted Tickets for friends and family
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Flexible Schedules and Scholarships
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Employee-only parties and more!
Apply Today:
Ready to join the team? Click the links below to submit your application:
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Financial Aid & Scholarships |
Scholarships will open in February and are due by March 1.
These scholarships are exclusively for Kuna High School students and will be awarded in May during Senior Awards Night.
Applications can be dropped off in the Career Center with Ms. Bauer.
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- Closing Soon
- Idaho Scholarships
- Scholarship Idaho
- 2-Year College Scholarships
- 4-Year College Scholarships
- Career Technical Scholarships
- And more!
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Applications are now open for graduating high school seniors! The deadline to apply is March 1, 2026.
All applications must be completed online, including uploading transcripts and reference letters. Hard-copy applications will not be accepted. Scholarships are one-time awards, non-renewable, and must be used in the school year immediately following the award.
Scholarship Opportunities:
- 14 awards available
- For students in Idaho Power’s service area
- Plan to enroll full-time in STEM, business, or communications at an accredited Idaho or Oregon college/university
- Minimum GPA: 3.75
- 2 awards available
- For students in Idaho Power’s service area pursuing a skilled trade at an accredited Idaho technical school (e.g., linework, electric power, welding, applied technology)
- Minimum GPA: 2.75 or GED
- 2 awards available
- For Idaho residents planning to study engineering or current college students pursuing natural resources programs at an accredited Idaho college
Selection Timeline: Decisions announced via email April 2026
📧 Questions? Contact IdahoPowerScholarships@idahopower.com
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The Lightfoot Foundation provides needs-based scholarships to students in the Treasure Valley who are pursuing education beyond high school.
Award Amount: $500–$4,000 (renewable)
Eligible for college or trade school, in or out of state.
Who Can Apply:
- Students graduating from or who have graduated from a high school (or earned a GED)
- Must reside in an approved city or town within the Treasure Valley (including Kuna, Boise, Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, and surrounding communities)
Application Window:
🗓 Opens March 1, 2026
⏰ Closes after 50 applications are received or April 15, 2026 (whichever comes first)
Important Application Notes:
- All required documents must be scanned into ONE document
- Incomplete or separate files will not be considered
- Parent and student current-year tax information is required
- If the student did not file taxes, a signed statement must be included
🔗 More Info & Apply:
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The Hispanic Business Association is accepting applications for the Richard G. Cortez Scholarship.
Eligibility Requirements:
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Minimum GPA: 2.5
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Idaho resident of Hispanic descent
Required Documents:
- Scholarship application form
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official transcript
- Resume of extracurricular activities and work history
- Essay responses
- Personal statement
🗓 Deadline: March 6, 2026
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The Taylor LEAD Scholarship recognizes graduating seniors who demonstrate excellence in academics, athletics, leadership, and community service. The program is expanding statewide and is open to eligible students in IDHSAA Districts III & IV for the 2025–26 school year.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Minimum 3.5 GPA
- Participation in two (2) sanctioned high school sports
- Demonstrated community service
- Plans to enroll full-time in a post-secondary program
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Two recommendations required (one coach, one teacher)
🗓 Applications Open: February 2 – April 10
📣 Award Notifications: May 4 – May 8
📧 Questions: hello@taylorleadscholarship.com
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Scholarship applications are now open for:
- Graduating high school seniors
- Current college or vocational students
- Military spouses
This is a great opportunity to receive financial support for tuition, books, and other educational expenses.
Whether you’re preparing to graduate, continuing your college journey, pursuing a trade or vocational program, or supporting your family as a military spouse, there are scholarship opportunities available for you.
⏰ Application Deadline: March 30th
See the attached flyer for more information!
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The Idaho Cattlewomen are pleased to announce the 2026 Idaho Cattle Women and Western Stockmen's & Simplot Livestock Scholarship applications are now available. These two scholarships are a wonderful opportunity for those individuals looking to further their education in agricultural studies.
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The Auto Ranch Foundation offers scholarships for graduating seniors from rural Southwest Idaho and Eastern Oregon pursuing careers in automotive, agricultural, technical, mechanical, or related fields.
Eligibility:
- Graduating senior with 2.0 GPA or higher
- Demonstrated community involvement and financial need
- Intended major in an eligible field
Application Requirements Include:
- Completed application
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official high school transcript
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One-page personal essay outlining goals and how the scholarship will help
🗓 Apply Jan. 1 – March 31 (No applications after April 15)
📬 Mail to Auto Ranch Foundation, Meridian, ID
📢 Recipients notified by May 31
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Idaho Latino Scholarship Foundation is now open and partnering with Scholars App to manage this scholarship application. Students can create an account, save their progress, return as needed, and receive reminders if their application is incomplete.
The scholarship is now open with a March 31, 2026 deadline for the 2026–27 school year.
Matching and specialized awards are available, including scholarships for:
- College of Western Idaho
- The College of Idaho
- Northwest Nazarene University
- Students pursuing STEM
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DACA students
- Students from farmworker families
Students should select all categories they may qualify for when completing the application. A flyer with scholarship details is included.
Questions? Contact info@idaholsf.com
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Idaho Power is offering several scholarship opportunities for graduating seniors and current college students who live in Idaho Power’s service area.
• 14 scholarships of $2,500
• For graduating seniors planning to enroll full-time in a STEM, business, or communications program
• Must attend an accredited Idaho or Oregon two- or four-year college/university
• Minimum unweighted GPA: 3.75
• 2 scholarships of $2,500
• For students enrolling in an accredited Idaho technical school to learn a skilled trade (linework, electrical, welding, mechanical, applied technology, and more)
• Minimum GPA: 2.75 or GED
• 2 scholarships of $1,000
• Open to:
Graduating seniors enrolling in an engineering program at an accredited Idaho college, or
College students at any level enrolling in a natural resources program at an accredited Idaho college
📅 Selection Timeline
Scholarship recipients will be selected in April 2026. All applicants will be notified by email.
📧 Questions?
Contact: IdahoPowerScholarships@idahopower.com
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The College of Idaho is offering an exciting scholarship competition for prospective students! The Kathryn Albertson Scholarship Competition gives high school seniors the chance to earn significant financial support toward their college education.
⭐ What You Need to Know
- Open to: High school seniors who have applied to The College of Idaho
- GPA Requirement: Minimum 3.0 GPA
- When: Held each February on campus
- Slots are limited (only about 200 available) — so register early!
💰 Scholarship Awards
- $2,500 per year for winners
- $1,000 per year for runners-up
- $500 per year for every competitor who participates
This competition is a great way for students to highlight their academic achievement and stand out during the college planning process. Whether students are considering The College of Idaho or already admitted, this is a valuable opportunity to earn renewable scholarship funds.
📅 How to Participate
- Students must sign up to reserve a date and time in February — spots fill up quickly!
📩 Questions?
Contact the College of Idaho Office of Admission:
✉️ admission@collegeofidaho.edu
📞 (208) 459-5305
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The Honors Graduation “Build A Better Future” Scholarship is now open!
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Awards: Five seniors will each earn $10,000, plus one project will receive an additional $5,000 to continue their community initiative.
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Eligibility: Any senior heading to an accredited U.S. college, university, or trade school. All students welcome!
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Project: Design and carry out a community improvement project using the LAUNCH Cycle design thinking framework.
🗓️ Key Dates:
- Optional Strategy Plan for feedback: March 9, 2026
- Final Application: April 13, 2026 (11:59 PM MT)
- Winners Notified: By May 1, 2026
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The Eve Devitt Fund awards up to three high school seniors each year who have demonstrated outstanding work advancing human rights in Idaho. The $2,500 merit-based scholarship can be used for expenses related to college, trade school, or a gap year—in Idaho or out of state.
While merit-based, priority is given to LGBTQ+ and BIPOC students with financial need.
🗓 Application Deadline: May 1, 2026
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Rising juniors and seniors: the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) lets eligible students from participating Western states pay no more than 150% of in-state tuition at 170 public colleges—opening more out-of-state options at lower costs!
Check out these free tools:
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Looking for ways to pay for college and gain valuable experience? The Idaho Army National Guard can help you do both!
✅ Tuition Assistance & Scholarships — Up to $20,000 toward your education
✅ Monthly Pay — Earn $350+ while serving
✅ Commitment — Only 2 days a month and 2 weeks in the summer
✅ Full-Time Student — The rest of the time, focus on your studies—without student debt!
Interested?
📞 Contact SSG Michael Torres at 208-576-0535 (text or call)
It’s a smart way to build your future, gain experience, and graduate debt-free!
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Many companies offer tuition reimbursement, scholarships, or free college programs—a great way for high school seniors to earn income and support their education.
National Options: Starbucks, Walmart/Sam’s Club, Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, Amazon, Apple, AT&T, Bank of America, FedEx, Comcast (tuition coverage up to 100% or $5,250+ per year).
Boise-Area Opportunities: Starbucks, Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, Walmart/Sam’s Club, Target, Albertsons/Safeway, WinCo, Fred Meyer, Saint Alphonsus, Saint Luke’s Health System, and some local gyms/spas/salons.
💡 Tip: Ask about tuition assistance or scholarships when applying—some start on your first day! Check company websites for eligibility and application details.
🔍 Want to find more companies that pay for school?
Students can research online by searching for “tuition reimbursement programs”, “employee scholarships”, or “employer education benefits”. Check company websites or career pages for eligibility and application details.
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Next Step Idaho is a one-stop resource for students and families exploring life after high school. From career exploration and college planning to financial aid and scholarships, the site offers tools, guides, and information to help students make informed decisions and take actionable steps toward their future. Regularly visiting Next Step Idaho ensures families stay up-to-date on opportunities, deadlines, and resources to support postsecondary success. |
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When creating your account, do NOT use the single sign-on option.
- Use a personal email to create your account.
- Use your school email only as the backup email.
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NSI Navigation – Idaho LAUNCH Career Pathway Plan
- Log in to NSI
- Click the green person icon at the top
- Select My Dashboard
- Click My Pathway Bundles
- Choose 12th Grade
- Open Idaho LAUNCH Career Pathway Plan Bundle
- Complete the Work Values Assessment & Reflection
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Save your work to the Pathway Plan Portfolio in NSI
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NSI Navigation
- Log in to NSI
- Click the green person icon at the top
- Select My Dashboard
- Click My Pathway Bundles
- Choose 11th Grade
- Open 11th Grade Pathway Plan Activities
- Complete the Interests and Career Development Pre-Reflection
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Save your work to the Pathway Plan Portfolio in NSI
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NSI Navigation – Idaho LAUNCH Career Pathway Plan
- Log in to NSI
- Click the green person icon at the top
- Select My Dashboard
- Click My Pathway Bundles
- Choose 10th Grade
- Open 10th Grade Pathway Plan Activities
- Complete the Khan Academy actvity
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Save your work to the Pathway Plan Portfolio in NSI
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NSI Navigation – Idaho LAUNCH Career Pathway Plan
- Log in to NSI
- Click the green person icon at the top
- Select My Dashboard
- Click My Pathway Bundles
- Choose 9th Grade
- Open 9th Grade Pathway Plan Activities
- Complete the Interests Profiler Assessment & Reflection
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Save your work to the Pathway Plan Portfolio in NSI
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