DiscoverU Week, October 7-11

FWPS PK-12 Scholars Will Learn About Regional College and Career Opportunities Through the Annual DiscoverU Week  

Federal Way Public Schools scholars in grades PK-12 will participate in a week of college and career exploration activities, called DiscoverU Week, from Oct. 7-11. The week will increase awareness of career options among scholars and encourage early planning of post-secondary steps after graduation. 

During DiscoverU Week, scholars will engage in activities that help them explore college and career pathways with the help of local industry professionals and their teachers. Throughout the week, each themed day will help scholars learn about the education and skills needed to achieve their career goals, which include:

• Monday, October 7: Discover Local Jobs
  Scholars will learn about career options in our region.

• Tuesday, October 8: Lead Your Community
  Scholars will learn about non-profit and public-sector jobs. Many schools also engage in service activities as well.

• Wednesday, October 9: Classroom to Career
  Students learn how what they learn in class connects to the real world and can be applied to future careers

• Thursday, October 10: College Gear Day
  Students participate in college-going culture by sporting their school gear or favorite college. Students also learn about college options and how to prepare for college.

• Friday, October 11: Flash Forward Friday*
  Students think about the future. Some activities may include vision boards, writing letters to their future selves, and more! *Please note, there is no school on Friday due to professional development. Schools will incorporate this theme throughout the week.

Scholars can expect to engage in college exploration activities led by school and community partners ranging from educators sharing their education or career paths to representatives from colleges, trade schools, and other organizations discussing career opportunities in our region.  

This week of college and career exploration directly supports the district strategic plan Goal 5, Persistence to Graduation: High School Graduation through Successful Transitions. FWPS is committed to ensuring every scholar will successfully navigate the critical transitions in their schooling, and graduate from high school ready for college, career, and postsecondary experiences. 

On Wednesday, October 23 from 6-8 p.m., the district will hold its annual Life After High School College and Career Fair at Federal Way High School where middle and high school scholars can continue learning about post-secondary college and career options. The fair will provide student scholars opportunities to explore life after high school options including college, apprenticeship, military, and careers. There will be several workshops and panel discussions available focused on paying for college, preparing for post-secondary, playing sports in college, and more. Students and families can also receive help with the High School and Beyond Plan and creating a Financial Aid account through an open lab.