College and Career Readiness
Minnesota Statutes, section 120B.125 Legislation requires all students, starting in grade nine, to have a "plan" around seven key elements. This plan includes academic scheduling, career exploration, 21st century skills, community partnerships, college access, all forms of post-secondary training, and experiential learning opportunities. These seven elements are integrated into students' experiences and programming at Little Falls Community High School.
- Provide a comprehensive academic plan for completing a college and career ready curriculum premised on meeting state and local academic standards
- Developing 21st century skills such as teamwork, collaboration, and good work habits
- Emphasize academic rigor and high expectations
- Help students identify personal learning styles that may affect their post-secondary education and employment choices
- Help students succeed at gaining/gain access to post-secondary education and career options.
- Integrate strong academic content into career focused courses and integrate relevant career focused courses into strong academic content
- Help students and families identify and gain access to appropriate counseling and other supports and assistance that enable students to complete required coursework, prepare for post-secondary education and careers, and obtain information about post-secondary education costs and eligibility for financial aid and scholarships.