The College and Career Counselors are in the business of “Preparing Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Challenges.” Students can access information and resources that can assist them in planning for their future. The College and Career Counselor can help students research career possibilities, colleges, universities, trade and technical schools, register for college entrance exams, scholarships, financial aid, summer opportunities, part-time employment, job search techniques, resumes, interviewing techniques, etc. Students are encouraged to seek out the College and Career Counselor at their school for assistance.

Mission Statement: All students can maximize their unique potential and achieve post-secondary success when given appropriate support and resources.

Goal: Preparing today's students for tomorrow's challenges by being college and career ready.

College and Career Counselors Belief Statements :

• We value all post-secondary choices equally.   

• We will empower students to make informed choices by providing them with unbiased and accurate information about post-secondary options. 

• We will connect students to school and community resources to help students overcome barriers and ensure the successful transition from high school to a post-secondary choice. 

• We will teach students that a career plan is a life-long journey.    

• We will celebrate with students as they grow and develop and make post-secondary choices. 

• We will teach students how to answer the common question ‘What are you going to do after high school?

See College and Career Planning Resources Below:

West Ada High School College & Career Websites: