WHAT DOES YOUR FUTURE HOLD?

• LEARN ABOUT NAVIANCE 
• EXPLORE CAREER BRIDGE 
• NAVIGATE WITH COMPASS
• CAREER AND TECHNICAL PATHWAYS

View the recording from the High School & Beyond/Naviance Parent Webinar below. You can also view the Introduction to Naviance video here.

The Peninsula School District is proud to offer Naviance as a tool to inspire and empower every student through high school and support their unique journey to excellence!

The purpose of Naviance is to enable self-discovery, academic organization, college preparation, and career exploration. These services come in the form of; 

• College matching tools; 
• Personality tests; 
• Surveys;
• Career assessments; and
• Course planning. 

The program encourages students to discover their interests and strengths and identify what their long-term goals are. Gradually, they are able to then establish a course of study–making their High School and Beyond Plan actionable. Additionally, Naviance also offers its services to students pursuing associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees by providing them with assistance and resources in order to succeed in completing their degrees. 

How to access Naviance?

Students can log into Naviance through their Portal.

TAKE A VIRTUAL CAMPUS TOUR!

• ECAMPUS TOURS 
• YOU VISIT COLLEGE SEARCH 
• COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES
• ​​​​​​​COLLEGE SCORE CARDS

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INTERESTED IN JOINING THE MILITARY?

• AIR FORCE 
• ARMY 
• COAST GUARD 
• MARINES 
• NATIONAL GUARD 
• NAVY

Why join the military?

Many choose to enlist because of their patriotism and a sense of duty. Joining the military also provides job training and economic stability. There is pay and benefits, travel opportunities, and educational opportunities. You must be a U.S. Citizen or a resident alien to enlist. 

During your freshman and sophomore year: 

1. Research different military branches and career opportunities. 
2. Attend a college and career fair at your high school. Check the calendar for upcoming events. 
3. Make sure you are on the path toward graduation. 
4. Start planning CTE courses that align with your chosen military career path. Meet with your counselor to learn more. 
5. Consider joining the NJROTC program. 

During your junior and senior years: 

1. Continue your research. 
2. Attend the college and career fair at your high school. Check the calendar for upcoming events. 
3. Meet with a local military recruiter. 
4. Take the ASVAB both years. Sign up Here.
5. Speak with your counselor about joining a college ROTC program.

In your senior year:

1. Enlist with your local recruiter after you turn 17. 
2. Pass a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) medical exam. 

Want to find an apprenticeship?

An apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and classroom instruction, all under the supervision of a journey-level professional. Apprentices are paid while they learn and are a stepping stone into a trade career. Apprentices who graduate from a state-registered program receive professional credentials that are recognized nationwide. 

• Apprenticeship Program search
• Apprenticeship Guidebook

Find an apprenticeship preparation program: 

Find a job today!

find a job using Naviance 

Parent/School Authorization Form 

Teens at Work Facts

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• Western Undergraduate Exchange
• Net Price Calculator 
• Financial Aid Shopping Tool

Want to compete at an NCAA school?

Create an eligibility account at the NCAA website. It's recommended to create an account during your freshman year in high school. 

Ready to play?

Register with the NAIA to connect with coaches, resources, and scholarship opportunities. 

• Playing Sports in college - your options

• Read the Scholarship Newsletter

Ron Brown Scholar Program

National program that gives scholarships to academically talented, highly motivated African-American high school students who intend to pursue undergraduate degrees
full-time. 

Gates Millenium Scholarship

This program provides minority students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate degree.

Apply for Federal Student Aid

Filling out a FAFSA application is the first step to funding your college career! 
Understanding Financial Aid
Learn how to create a FSA ID
Learn how to fill out a FAFSA application
Need help? Talk to Otterbot!

Apply for Washington State Financial Aid

Washington State provides many financial aid programs for local students looking to attend college after high school. Fill out a WASFA application to find out what programs you are eligible for. 
How to complete the WASFA
Need help? Talk to Otterbot!

Scholarships

Gig Harbor Tides Scholarship Foundation

The Gig Harbor Tides Scholarship Foundation is a group of volunteers that facilitates GHHS seniors in applying for and obtaining local scholarships. 

Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund

The Peninsula Hawks Scholarship Fund is a group of volunteers and PHS alumni who help PHS seniors in applying for and obtaining local scholarships.

Washboard

Search engine site produced/managed by the Washington Scholarship Coalition. Search scholarships in Washington.

Scholarship Guide

Links to scholarships, career information, sample college course outlines, and more!

Scholarship Experts from Unigo

Powerful scholarship search engine. Includes access to colleges, internships, careers, and more. 

Fastweb

One of the largest scholarship search engines.

Student Scholarships

Large scholarship database. 

Scholarship Junkies

A guide to the scholarship process from students who have won national scholarships. 

Learn about college in high school programs

Dual credit programs allow students to earn high school and college credit simultaneously. Students who earn college credits are more likely to graduate high school, enroll in college, and complete their degrees. 

Learn about CTE Dual Credit 

Career and Technical Education (CTE) Dual Credit offers high school students the opportunity to earn college credit for successful completion of CTE courses taught at their schools. 

Consider Running start

The Running Start programs allow 11th and 12th-grade students to take college courses at one of Washington's 34 community and technical colleges. Students can earn college credits and high school credits simultaneously. 

Enroll in AP courses

The AP Program offers college-level courses and exams students can take in high school. AP courses help students earn college credits, save time and money, stand out on college applications, and more. 

Speak to your school counselor to register for AP courses.

PSD's College Credit Options 

• Career Center Newsletter 

• 9th and 10th grade
• 11th grade
• 12th grade 

• Recommendation Request
• How to ask for a letter 

• Varsity Letter in Community Service
• Volunteer Opportunities