Career & College Readiness
October 2023

In This Newsletter...
- Information regarding your Education Development Plan
- Question of the Week?
- Details about Student "Class" Google Classrooms
- Michigan's Hot 50
- This Week's CCR News
- Useful Links
- Career & College Readiness Videos
- Scholarship Information
- Financial Aid Information
- Xello for Students & Families
What is College?
The term “college” refers to the attainment of valuable post-secondary credentials beyond high school, including professional and technical certificates and academic degrees.
Student "Class" Google Classrooms
Important Information You Should Know
Your Google Classroom (GC) is a great way for you to get the same information with your graduating class.
In your classroom you will explore career and post-secondary options, complete your EDP requirements, view school announcements, learn about special events and opportunities, explore and engage in activities and so much MORE!!!
If you are NOT in your "Class" GC - see your Eagle Time (ET) teacher or Mrs. Fuller for the classroom code.
In addition, if you are a students that has Mr. Gates as your ET teacher, you are an online student or you do not have classes in the building, You are expected to check your Google Classroom on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week. You are required to complete ALL posted assignments in your GC.
If you need assistance you can stop by room G117 (next to the MAC Lab) or email Mrs. Fuller at hfuller@lindenschools.org.
Michigan's Hot 50 Job Outlook
This publication highlights Michigan’s high-demand, high-wage careers that show a favorable mix of projected long-term job growth, projected annual job openings, and median wages. Click HERE to check it out.
This Week's News
Teacher Leadership Symposium 2023 for Junior & Senior Students
Thursday, October 19, 2023
This event qualifies for a school related absence
Who should attend?
- Students interested in pursing a career in this field
- Students that would like to learn more this career pathway
Limited spots are available! Register Now!
To get more details and to register for the event click HERE!
SPACES HAVE BEEN FIILLED - Sophomore & junior students be sure to sign up early for this event next year!
Next Gen Youth Entrepreneurship Summit
Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? Do you want to learn skills to help you run your own business? If so, you need to attend the Next Gen Youth Entrepreneurship summit! Opportunities include 1:1 mentoring, a live social-hackathon and grant money giveaways! The summit is on Friday, October 27th from 8-2:30pm at the UM-Flint Riverfront Center. Space is limited - reserve your spot now! See Mrs. Parkin in room H104 to sign up and for more details.
Regional College Fair October 12, 2023
Each year Mott Community College hosts what we believe is the largest college fair in the region. The public will have the opportunity to visit with over 50 colleges and universities from around Michigan and beyond that come to MCC to provide information regarding their school, programs, and educational opportunities.
Students will be able to find the right college for their career goals, learn more about available academic programs, get information on how to finance a college education and learn about transferring credits from MCC to other colleges and universities.
Special offerings from MCC include:
A FREE Financial Aid Workshop at 7 p.m. in the Blamer Room in the Ballenger Field House, presented by the MCC Financial Aid Office
Information about dual enrollment at MCC for high school students interested in getting a jump-start on their college career
Representatives from the Michigan Department of Education
Participating colleges and universities in the Regional College Fair include both public and private schools.
Click HERE for more details! Scan the QR Code to register for the event!
Michigan College Month October 2023 & Colleges With No Application Fees List
October is "Michigan College Month"
Some Michigan colleges do not have application fees but those that do are waiving the fee during the month of October! *note some dates may vary; so be sure to check out your perspective colleges.
Codes are valid during the month of October 2023
The list will continue to be updated. Click here for the Michigan Institution Updates
The Michigan Assured Admission Pact (MAAP) was announced last week!
Through this program, 10 of Michigan’s public universities are guaranteeing admission to all Michigan high school graduates who earned a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or above (4.0 scale). Click HERE to check out their website to learn more!
Useful Links
- My Next Move
- Occupational Outlook Handbook
- O*Net OnLine
- Careeronestop
- College Board
- Parchment
- Common App
- Guide to completing the Common App (downloadable guide)
- Interest in skilled trades? Click here!
- Interest in Apprenticeships? Click here!
- Interested in the military? Look here!
- Interested in Nursing? Check out this resource!
- Big Future College Search
Career & College Readiness Resource Videos
Explore CareerOneStop collection of videos on hundreds of different careers.
Career videos are organized into 16 clusters, or related types of work. Select a category to view a list of videos related to that cluster. Videos include career details such as tasks, work settings, education needed, and more.
Click HERE to check them out!
Scholarship Information
Student Scholarship Newsletter - October 2023
Financial Aid Information
Xello for Students
What Can I Add to My Xello Profile?
Xello provides students with a platform to save all sorts of information. From winning a competition to researching a career field or college, and to saving important research paper, Xello offers students the opportunity to save all of the important events, memories, and assignments in one place.
- Did you have a job over the summer? Add it to your Xello profile!
- Are you attending GCI, taking college classes or in a specialized program? Add it to your Xello profile!
- Are applying for colleges? Apprenticeships or trade schools? Check out the resources in the Xello program (and edit to your profile!).
- Have you completed a class assignment that you're particularly proud of? Add it your Xello portfolios!
- Thinking about a certain career field but want to know more? Check out career fields in depth in the Xello program!
- Xello is an amazing resource that contains LOTS of information for career & college readiness- CHECK IT OUT! Xello Student SSO
If you have questions or would like more details about information on this page, contact Mrs. Fulller
Room G116 (next to the MAC) or email at hfuller@lindenschools.org





