🚀 Launch Into Your Future (College & Career) Month is Almost Here!
Howard will celebrate Launch Spirit Week, October 6–9, 2025! 🎉
This statewide initiative provides seniors with dedicated time during the school day to plan their next steps toward college, career training, military service, or the workforce.
💡 With the help of amazing volunteers, students will have the opportunity to:
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🔹 Explore apprenticeships🔹 Learn about certifications🔹 Work on college & scholarship applications🔹 Prepare for military enlistment🔹 Build workforce skills
Your support is vital as we guide students toward fulfilling, wealth-generating careers.
📅 Launch Week Schedule
📣 Monday, October 6 | 9:45–10:55 AM
Senior Meeting & Kickoff – Auditorium
Overview of post-graduation planning: college apps, financial aid, military, apprenticeships, and careers.
Overview of post-graduation planning: college apps, financial aid, military, apprenticeships, and careers.
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Senior teachers: Take attendance, escort students, and stay for the session.
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Mixed-level classes: Send seniors with a pass and email names to Ms. Pierce beforehand.
💻 Tuesday, October 7 | Application Boot Camp – Media Center
Seniors can sign up for one-on-one assistance with:
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College & scholarship applications 🎓
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Employment applications 💼
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Résumé & cover letter writing ✍️
State volunteers and school counselors will be available to support students.
💡 Staff who wish to stop by to help are warmly welcomed!
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Session 1: 8:30–9:30 AM (Periods 1–2)
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Session 2: 9:45–10:45 AM (Periods 3–4)
🎓 Wednesday & Thursday, October 8–9 | Career & College Mini-Fair – Senior Lounge
Students will meet with representatives from colleges, career programs, and the military.
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Periods 1–2: 9:00–9:30 AM
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Periods 3–4: 9:45–10:15 AM & 10:20–10:50 AM
Senior teachers: Please bring your classes for one of the 30-minute intervals.
Confirmed Reps (so far):
🎓 Colleges: Lincoln Univ., Wilmington Univ., Del Tech, DSU, Neumann Univ., PA College of Art & Design, Walnut Hill College, Cecil College, Goldey-Beacom
🎖️ Military: Army, Army National Guard, Marines
🔧 Career Training: Delaware Skills Center, NCCVT Adult Ed/Apprenticeships, Smith & Solomon Trucking, All in the Wrist Barber Academy, NCC 911, Wilmington Fire Dept.
💰 Other: Stand By Me/FAFSA, Employability Skills with Mr. Robinson
🎓 Colleges: Lincoln Univ., Wilmington Univ., Del Tech, DSU, Neumann Univ., PA College of Art & Design, Walnut Hill College, Cecil College, Goldey-Beacom
🎖️ Military: Army, Army National Guard, Marines
🔧 Career Training: Delaware Skills Center, NCCVT Adult Ed/Apprenticeships, Smith & Solomon Trucking, All in the Wrist Barber Academy, NCC 911, Wilmington Fire Dept.
💰 Other: Stand By Me/FAFSA, Employability Skills with Mr. Robinson
✨ There will truly be something for everyone!
Thank you in advance for your support in helping our students take meaningful steps toward their futures!