Post High School Planning

JHS Counseling Statement

Counselors are here to help guide you through the process of figuring out what to do after high school. For some it can be an easy process and for others it can be very complicated and that's ok!

We are here to discuss the big picture concepts and talk you through the emotional process that can come with that.

If you need help with the details of applications, sign ups, or financial aid the CCC is a great resource for help!

Transcript Request

Use this form to request your transcripts! Please read the form carefully and only request what you need. Be sure to check your LWSD email for notifications that they're complete.

Transcript Request

Juniors & Seniors: You can now access your unofficial transcript yourself through Skyward. Go to your Portfolio Tab, Click Unofficial Transcript, and Download.

Track your Extracurricular Activities here!

Colleges and scholarship organizations will want to see what you’ve been doing.

Please Use this Resource to Track!

Need Volunteer Work?

Click here for the City of Kirkland's Where to Care brochure, filled with tons of local organizations that are open to teen volunteers: where-to-care-guide-for-teen-volunteering.pdf (kirklandwa.gov)

Post High School Pathway Options and Information

Post High School Planning

Information on planning for the rest of junior year, preparing for senior year, and beyond.

Post High School Planning Presentation

Post high school planning handbook 2023-2024

** Follow the links from the Table of Contents for resources, tips, and links for a variety of post high school options, college planning tips, timelines and more. **

✔ Visit the other tabs on this page for specific resources related to the Post High School option you are interested in.

✔ Visit the College & Career Center page and Teams site for other resources that will be essential to planning for the next few years!

Looking for info on Applying to College? Check the tabs above.

4 Year College Info

Counselors are here to help you explore and discuss what college options might be right for you. We are here walk you through the emotional decisions and issues that might come up.

If you need help with the details of the application or financial aid please visit the CCC!

Letters of Recommendation

Do you need a letter of recommendation? Please click below to find the appropriate form. Don't forget, please give us at least 2 weeks advance notice to complete the letter.

Counselor Letter of Recommendation
Teacher Recommendation

Counselor Letter of Recommendation

Teacher Recommendation

Helpful Links for applications

2023-2024 JHS School Profile

How to add your counselor to CommonApp College Planning FAQ

Washington State Guaranteed Admissions

Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

A two year college, also known as a community college, provides the opportunity for students to take their general requirements and transfer to a four year school or earn a two year or Associate’s Degree. In Washington State, some two year colleges offer a limited number of four year degrees.

Some two year or community colleges also provide certificate and trade programs. These programs provide specific classes leading to a specific credential for a specific job, such as massage therapy, respiratory therapy or welding.

Two year colleges offer open admission, please visit the website of the college you are interested in to see what info is needed.

Two year college search tool

Here is a list of some local two year colleges:

Bellevue College

Cascadia College

Lake Washington Institute Of Technology (LWTech)

Apprenticeship Resources

General Resources for High School Planning

· Check your graduation status in Skyward

· Courses sequences and required courses by grade

· JHS Graduation requirements

· Course Selection & Planner Worksheet