1. Regional School District #15 Student Success Planning
Developed by Region 15 School Counselors
Pomperaug High School
Memorial Middle School
Rochambeau Middle School

2. Objectives for Student Success Plans
Ensure every student grades 6-12 has an electronic Student Success Plan (SSP) to address individual needs, aspirations, and career goals.
Create flexible SSPs to prepare a rigorous program for every student
Have SSP in place by July 1, 2012 for all students grades 6 – 12

3. Key Components An individualized flexible student-driven plan
Helps every student stay connected in school
Helps students achieve post-secondary education and career goals
Begins in 6th grade and continues through high school and beyond
Establishes adult support which may include teachers, counselors, school psychologists, social workers, parents/guardians, community members, etc.
Provides student support in setting goals for personal and academic growth
Explores education, interests, and career paths
Provides a vehicle for integration and demonstration of 21st century skills
Utilizes an electronic system for efficiency and portability (Naviance)

4. Core Components of Effective SSPs
Academic Development:
Acquiring skills, knowledge, attitudes to be effective learner and for life
Career Development:
Acquiring skills needed to investigate world of work and achieve future career success
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development:
Developing an understanding of and respect for self and others
Understanding the necessary steps for decision-making and goal attainment
Acquiring safety and survival skills

5. Student Success Plan – Grade 6
Academic Development
Grade 6 SSP Survey (Academic Questions)
Setting & Updating Goals
One academic, one career/interest, and one personal
Transition Planning for Upper Middle School
Career Development
Career Key Interest Inventory
Career Exploration & “My Favorites” List
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Grade 6 SSP Survey (Social & Emotional Questions)

6. Student Success Plan – Grade 7
Academic Development
Grade 7 SSP Survey (Academic Questions)
Setting & Updating Goals
Learning Style Inventory
Career Development
Continue Career Exploration & “My Favorites” List
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Grade 7 SSP Survey (Social & Emotional Questions)

7. Student Success Plan – Grade 8
Academic Development
Grade 8 SSP Survey (Academic Questions)
Setting & Updating Goals
Transition Planning for High School
Career Development
Career Clusters Inventory
Career Exploration and“My Favorites” List
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Grade 8 SSP Survey (Social & Emotional Questions)

8. Student Success Plan – Grade 9
Academic Development
4-Year Academic Planning
Learning Style Inventory
Career Development
Career Cruising
Career Exploration
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Freshmen Orientation and Freshmen Meetings
Civic & Social Expectations

9. Student Success Plan – Grade 10
Academic Development
Course Selection Process and Prep
Update 4-Year Academic Plan
Career Development
Do What You Are (Personality Inventory)
Career Cruising
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Civic and Social Expectations

10. Student Success Plan – Grade 11
Academic Development
Update 4-Year Academic Plan
College Fair
College Bound Junior Night
PSAT/SAT
Begin College Search
Career Development
Resume Building
Career Cruising Inventory
Job Shadowing & Internship Opportunities
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Review Civic & Social Expectations (Survey)
End of Year Survey

11. Student Success Plan – Grade 12
Academic Development
Updating Academic Goals
Post Secondary Planning
Apply for Scholarships
Career Development
College Essay
Setting Career Goals
Post-Secondary Planning Survey
Social, Emotional, & Physical Development
Review Civic & Social Expectations (Survey)
Post-Graduate Survey