Bridging the Gap Between You and Your Future!
The COLLEGE CONNECTS program at Jefferson State Community College partners with area high schools to assist students in grades 9-12 who are in need of college and career planning services. COLLEGE CONNECTS uses a curriculum consisting of twelve (12) workshops that will prepare and encourage students to pursue a successful career upon completion of high school. The program also hosts events and activities throughout the school year such as Jefferson State campus tours, job industry tours, and career development events to help students feel confident in choosing a career upon graduation!
Program Goals
Through collaboration with high school partners, workforce development, and the career and technical education program departments at Jefferson State, The COLLEGE CONNECTS program will help students achieve the following goals:
EMPOWER high school students to make educated and informed career decisions.
INCREASE the knowledge of Career & Technical Education programs offered at Jefferson State Community College.
PROVIDE school students with a personalized plan of reaching their career goals.
ENCOURAGE students to pursue the process of college and career readiness and success.
Program Workshops
Program Workshops
- What is the COLLEGE CONNECTS program?
- Personal Interests
- “Pioneer Your Career” Career Coach Assessment
- Dual Enrollment
- How to Navigate a College Fair & Set up College Tours
- Resume Writing
- College Application
- FASFA
- Scholarships
- College Life
- Sign up for an Orientation Session
- COLLEGE BOUND
JSCC Scholarships & Grants
JSCC Scholarships & Grants
Request College Connects Program at Your School
Complete the interest form for high school admin, faculty, and staff.
Request to be a Speaker for a College Connects Event
Complete the interest form for community business owners, JSCC alumni, current Jefferson State students, companies, and organizations to speak to students.
Job & College Connects Resources
Job & College Connects Resources
Downloadable templates for resumes/cover letters, interview questions; video illustrating how to prepare for a job interview; links to available part-time jobs/internships for high school students; career readiness strategies and tips; etc.
Pioneer Your Career Widget Builder
Link to Widget Builder
Contact
Silvia Pettway
Success Coach
(205) 856-7961
[email protected]