8th Grade Academic Career Plan

Use the timeline below as your guide to preparing for post high school planning.

• Begin thinking about the high school classes that will prepare you for post high school plans. Look at the WHS Curriculum Guide in making decisions. Take the most difficult classes you can handle.

• Ask your parents or teachers to help you develop good study habits.

• Practice setting and reaching goals in your courses.

• Take Xello  interest and skill inventory to help you think about possible career options.

• Talk with your parents about careers that interest you.

• Create a tentative high school class plan (4 year plan of study).

• Attend the Open house for Whitnall High School (January) to tour and learn more about WHS & activities

• Request classes for Freshman year based upon career interests/post high school plans.

• Enroll in a summer enrichment program.

• Establish goals for your Freshman year, plan to get involved in high school and have a strong start.

• Volunteer in your community.