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Completing the Next Step Plan

Students fill out a Next Step Plan (NSP) every year from 8th through 12th grade. Each year builds on the last, helping students stay on track and adjust their goals as they grow.

What the Plan Includes:

Career interests and technical education paths.
Academic support and study skills.
Extracurricular and out-of-school activities.
Post-secondary (college and career) options.
Family and social supports.
Required assessments and credentials.
Information on Advanced Placement (AP), Honors, and Dual-Credit programs.

Grade Levels and Requirements

Next Step Plan Timeline and Signatures
Grade Level	Focus Area	Required Signatures
8th Grade	Creating the first plan for 9th grade and high school goals.	Student, Parent/Guardian, and School Official.
9th–11th Grade	Annual updates to courses and goals based on progress.	Student, Parent/Guardian, and School Official.
12th Grade	Finalizing the plan for life after graduation (College/Career).	Student, Parent/Guardian, and School Official.

A Next Step Plan is your student's roadmap. You are required to review and sign it every year to keep them on track!

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