Class of 2024 Post Secondary Plan

SchooLinks is a modern, college and career readiness platform to prepare students for what comes after graduation. SchooLinks helps students discover their interests and strengths, explore colleges and careers, and create a personal graduation plan that best reflects their post-secondary goals. SchooLinks in Bend La PIne Schools is accessible in grades 6-12 by students and their parents.

Students in the Class of 2024 were the first to access SchooLinks and the College Application Manager to support their post-secondary planning.

School counselors actively onboarded the Class of 2024 to SchooLinks. This process includes a "Find Your Path" activity designed to help students establish their post-secondary goals and explore the college and career search components available on SchooLinks. Notably, 91% of the Class of 2024 students utilized SchooLinks during their senior year.

The College Application Manager component in SchooLinks serves as a resource for both students and counselors to partner together to support the college application process for our students.

Class of 2024 Application Highlights

The Class of 2024 proudly submitted a total of 3,521 applications to over 450 different post-secondary institutions!

Out of our student body, 948 students applied to at least one post-secondary institution, resulting in an impressive 70% participation rate in college, university, or program applications. Each of these students submitted an average of 3 to 4 applications.

In an exciting turn of events, the Class of 2024 received a remarkable 2,664 acceptances, ensuring that every one of the 948 students who applied received at least one acceptance offer.

Students from the Class of 2024 reported that they will be attending 177 different institutions from across the country and world!

Before graduation, the Class of 2024 participated in an End of Year Senior Activity. This initiative allowed them to share their post-secondary plans and offer valuable feedback on our district and school counseling programs. Out of 1,362 students, an impressive 1,218 took the time to complete the survey, reflecting a completion rate of approximately 89.4%. Below outlines some valuable information we gathered from our students.

According to the data, nearly 73% of our students intend to enroll in either a 4-year or 2-year institution. Additionally, other notable post-secondary plans include entering the workforce directly (8.3%), taking a gap year (8%), and pursuing trade school (5.6%).

A total of 784 students reported completing the FAFSA/ORSAA. In contrast, 948 students indicated that they applied to a post-secondary institution. This information suggests a FAFSA/ORSAA completion rate of 83% for students that applied to a post-secondary institution.

Of the total 948 students who applied to a post-secondary institution, 538 students indicated that they also applied for a scholarship opportunity. This means that approximately 56.7% of the applicants sought financial assistance through scholarships while pursuing their education.

Thank you to our School-to-Career team for their essential support in providing programming for FAFSA/ORSAA and scholarship opportunities!

This summary offers insights into the preferences and priorities of students regarding counseling services, which can inform future program development and resource allocation.

1. Diverse Access to Programs: Students accessed a variety of school counseling programs over their four years, indicating a well-rounded approach to student support.

2. High Interest in College Application Support: The College Application Support and/or Letter of Recommendation program was frequently mentioned, highlighting its importance to students as they prepare for post-secondary education.

3. General Counseling Availability: The Drop In / General Appointment with Counselor option was a popular choice, suggesting that students value having accessible, informal support.

4. Need for Academic Planning: Programs focused on Forecasting / Class Selection and Individual Student Planning were commonly utilized by students

5. Social and Emotional Support: There is considerable engagement with Social/Emotional and Mental Health Support services, reflecting a recognition of the importance of mental health in overall student well-being.

6. Variety in Counseling Activities: Many students participated in specialized workshops and classroom presentations, which points to a desire for varied learning opportunities beyond one-on-one counseling.

7. Emergency Support Services: The inclusion of Crisis/Emergency services shows that students may require immediate and serious support, emphasizing the need for robust crisis response.

8. Overall Participation Trends: The data suggests a trend towards increased participation in structured counseling programs, which may correlate with student awareness and the perceived value of these resources.

9. Need for Continuous Improvement: Continuous monitoring and evaluation of counseling services are necessary to ensure they meet the evolving needs of students, particularly in areas such as college readiness and mental health support.

As we conclude our first year with SchooLinks, we have gathered valuable data for both staff and students. This data serves as a powerful tool for staff to plan future programming by examining post-secondary interests and plans. Simultaneously, students can utilize SchooLinks to explore various post-secondary options available to them. This year, with the data now integrated into the system, students can also compare their academic standing with that of previously admitted students, based on GPA and test scores. The data is available in two formats:

• National Data
• District Data

This accessibility allows for informed decision-making and better preparation for post-secondary pursuits.

As part of our core curriculum, students will update their Educational Plan and Profile each year and access curriculum and future planning activities through our Comprehensive School Counseling Programming. Please see the roadmap below of what students complete each year!