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The prospect of graduating high school can be an overwhelming and downright scary thought. Whether you are thinking of moving on to college, trying your hand in at a technical school and heading straight into the workforce, we have a few helpful links below to help you make an informed decision. Best of luck!
 
College Bound
College Board
FAFSA
Students: Choices
High School Graduates: What's Next?
Connecticut Colleges
Community College in CT
CT Conference of Independent Colleges
College Toad
Next Step U
Unigo (College reviews by students)
Vocational/Technical Schools
Is it for me?
Technical Schools
Vocational Career Information
Exporing your options

Finding a Job
My First Paycheck - Employment help and jobs for teens

      

 

Other Helpful Sites

 

 

Best colleges-  Petersons guide to best colleges, look up colleges and  universities.

 

College Board- Look for colleges, prepare and register for the SATs. 

 

College Bound - Hop here for shortcuts and tips on scholarships, jobs, government funding, and more.


Colleges.com- Look up colleges by major, check out careers, and much more.


Do Something - As a teen, there is a lot you can do right now to make a positive difference. You can do something on your own, or you can volunteer for an organization.


Idealist.org - Want to help? Look here for global volunteer organizations, opportunities, services, resources, events, and ideas.

MyFuture.com - Get the latest information about all branches of the military at this one site. You'll also find advice on jobs and money for college.

Power of Giving - This article describes the many benefits of teen volunteering.

Rock the Vote - Get the facts, get fired up, get involved in the political issues that affect teens.

Ryan's Well Foundation - Ryan Hrejak was just six years old when he learned that fresh water is a rarity for many people. He did extra chores to earn $70, which in 1999 funded the digging of a well in a village in Uganda. Years later, the Ryan's Well Foundation continues to dig wells for people all around the world.

The Next Step - After high school, what’s next? Check out college, careers, and life. Articles and letters from other teens give you clues.


Scholarships- Website that contains information on scholarships.


Volunteer Match - If you're looking for a volunteering opportunity in your community, this site will take your zip code, ask you for some info, and come up with a list of possibilities nearby.