How to Prepare for Life After High School

Through self-assessment, investigation, journaling, and prayer... discover & explore career paths.

• Course description:

Discovering a career path can seem daunting. Through journaling, prayer, discussion, and investigation, this course strives to embolden your student to espy where God is leading them. Espy means “to catch sight of.” God truly has a plan for each of us and has imbued us with charisms; seeking Him and discovering ourselves is a lifelong journey. A student may not walk away with an “aha” moment, yet our goal is to open their eyes to the possibilities before them, give them the tools to inquire, and build habits that move them toward their future with greater confidence.

• Course outline:

Class 1 Introductions & Goals

Classes 2 - 3 Charisms, Talents, & Skills

Classes 4 - 5 Education & Training

Classes 6 - 7 Opportunities

Classes 8 - 10 Investigations

Classes 11 - 12 Student Presentations & Wrap-Up

• Course materials:

- Various free online resources;

- favorite pen;

- nice bound lined journal (similar to ISBN: 978-1642720129)

• Homework:

Students should plan 2-3 hours per week outside of class time for daily journaling, weekly reading, weekly assessments and/or investigations, and a final presentation.