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High School and Beyond Planning with SchooLinks

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Peninsula School District is transitioning to SchooLinks in January 2025!
SchooLinks is a modern, college and career readiness platform to prepare students for what comes after graduation. SchooLinks helps students discover their interests and strengths, explore colleges and careers, and create an individualized career and academic plan that best reflects their post-secondary goals. SchooLinks at Peninsula School District is accessible in 7th-12th grades by students and their parents.

SchooLinks features are incredibly user-friendly and were designed to streamline the college and career readiness workflow for counselors and staff.

Using SchooLinks, students and families can:

  • Access career interest, strength and mindset surveys
  • Explore 2-year and 4-year colleges
  • Create course plans based on career pathways
  • Take virtual reality college campus tours
  • Search for scholarships
  • Learn about financial aid
  • Find internship and volunteer opportunities
  • Explore traditional, emerging and military career fields
  • Create digital portfolios / resumes
  • Communicate with counselors
  • Build their specific icap name in their state

Using SchooLinks, teachers, counselors and staff can:

  • Centralize all student info in one place (course plans, resumes, transcripts, scores, etc)
  • Track students’ college applications
  • Post internships, scholarships and career fairs
  • Send electronic transcripts and supporting documents
  • 3 way communication among students, parents, counselors

 

The Schoolinks logo features a green circle with a stylized 'S' and the word 'Schoolinks' in green text.

2024-25 Course Registration Information

Students use laptops in a classroom setting for course registration.

A timeline outlining the registration process, with key dates and events from January to March.

A graphic outlining changes to a registration process, with sections for 'Change' and 'Rationale'.

A dark blue background with white text that reads 'Questions?' and 'If you'd like more information, or have questions, check out the following sites or touch base with your student's school.' There are three colored buttons that read 'Enrollment Website', 'Schoolinks', and 'High School & Beyond Planning'.

Welcome to the Registration Hub for Grades 8-11!

We are excited to guide you through the course registration process for the 2024-25 school year. Please note, the shift to SchooLinks for registration will only apply to students currently in grades 8-11. 

Below, you'll find essential resources and support to help you make informed decisions about your academic journey.

Key Registration Details:

  • Registration Period: Students will register for courses during designated class periods. Specific dates and times will be communicated by each school and will conclude by March 14, 2025.

  • Course Selection Resources: Access comprehensive course descriptions, graduation requirements, and pathway planning tools to assist in selecting classes that align with your academic and career goals all within SchooLinks.

  • School-Specific Events: Individual schools may host events such as Parent Information Nights and on-campus registration support sessions. Please refer to your school's communications for these specific dates.

Support for Students Without a Homeroom or Off-Campus During Registration

We understand that some students, including those in Running Start, Home School, and West Sound Tech, may not be on campus during the standard registration windows. To ensure you have the necessary information and support, we offer the following options:

Asynchronous Support:

  • Online Resources: All registration materials, including step-by-step how-to videos, course descriptions, and frequently asked questions (FAQs), are available on our website and within SchooLinks.

  • Family Communications: Important information will be shared through district and school messaging platforms, providing direct access to registration resources. 

Live Support with the Career Center:

For students seeking additional assistance:

  • General Zoom Session: Join us on February 12 from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM for a live Zoom session to address your questions.

  • One-on-One Appointments: Schedule a personalized Zoom or in-person meeting for tailored registration support.

For more details on registration outside of the classroom, or to schedule an appointment, please contact your school’s Career Center or visit our Course Catalog.

  • Student Logins

    Students will login to SchooLinks via ClassLink in the Student Portal. Then select the SchooLinks logo.

  • Guardian/Parents Login

    Guardian/Parents Login will be available through invitation from their student(s) accounts.

  • Counselor and Staff Login

    Counselor and Staff will login to SchooLinks via ClassLink in the PSD Portal. Then select the SchooLinks logo.

Information for Guardians

We are thrilled to introduce SchooLinks, our new college and career readiness platform designed to help students become career, college, and life-ready! SchooLinks offers a student-centered approach to exploring future pathways, and as a guardian, you play a key role in this journey. With your own SchooLinks account, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with your student as they navigate their career and college exploration process.

Through SchooLinks, you can:

  • View your student’s career interest, strength, and mindset assessment results to better understand their interests and potential career paths.
  • See the colleges and careers your student has favorited and set as goals.
  • Access a personalized dashboard with upcoming events, important reminders, and to-dos for your student.
  • Conduct your own research on colleges, careers, and financial planning to have informed conversations with your student.
  • Compare college costs, expected financial aid, scholarships, and out-of-pocket expenses.
  • Review your student’s course plans.

SchooLinks also fosters communication with your student’s school counselor, allowing you to connect with them directly through the platform.

To get started, watch the Getting Started video and view the linked document (English; Spanish) for step-by-step instructions on creating your account. If you are unable to log in, try checking your PowerSchool email for accuracy. For more information on Guardian account features, you can visit this support website.

Frequently Asked Questions

Top Questions for Students

How do I log in to SchooLinks? 

Go to the student portal and log in using ClassLink.

What is onboarding, and why should I do it?

Onboarding is a quick setup process that helps you get started with SchooLinks. It only happens the first time you log in, so don’t skip it! It’s the best way to learn how to use the platform.

What kind of assessments can I take in SchooLinks?

You can take fun quizzes to explore your career interests, strengths, and even find out which celebrity learns the same way you do. These assessments are a great way to learn about yourself.

Why should I explore careers in SchooLinks?

School isn’t just about learning facts; it’s about preparing for life after school. Exploring careers can help you see what jobs and industries might interest you in the future.

Why should I set goals in SchooLinks? 

Setting goals makes planning for life after school less overwhelming. You can create goals for going to college, getting a job, or anything else you want to work toward.

Why do I have to pick a CTE pathway?
Picking a pathway allows you to plan ahead to meet your CTE graduation requirements.  However, the courses that you pick in your four year plan are a forecast, and you can update them each year.  

It looks like there are other resources in Schoolinks about careers and the future - can I use those at any time?
Absolutely!  We’d encourage you to spend time on the platform exploring the resources.  Next year, High School and Beyond Plans will be completed in Schoolinks instead of Naviance.  For more information, check out our website on High School and Beyond Planning.

How do I know if I’m on track for graduation?
There are a few requirements for high school graduation in Washington state - one of which is the Core 24.  Students need to complete 24 credits in order to graduate - which means that by the end of 9th grade, students should have earned 6.0 credits.

As I’m working through the platform, I have questions.  Where can I get help?
You can use the Schoolinks chatbot for individualized help on your planning process, talk with the teacher helping you in the registration process, use our online resources, or schedule an appointment with your counselor.

A screenshot of a school dashboard with a red arrow pointing to a yellow circle with a book icon, indicating an action item.


 

 

Top Questions for Parents and Guardians

How do you login to SchooLinks?

 you can access your guardian account by going to the login website: schoolinks.com/login/member.  If you are unable to log in, try checking your PowerSchool email for accuracy. 

  • If you have a Google email on file with the district, click Log in with Google on the right-hand side of the login page, then select your connected gmail account. 
  • If you do not have a Google email on file with the district, click Forgot password below the blue log in button. Enter in the email on file with the district and click Reset password. 

You can learn more about guardian accounts and how to login by visiting the following SchooLinks Website.

What career goal did my student set?

Students will set a career goal during the Find Your Path onboarding activity.

How much can my student make in their favorite career?

Students can find this type of information by exploring careers in the Career Center.

What is one college my student might apply to?

Students can learn about college options by exploring colleges in the College Search portal.

What is one strength my student didn't realize they had?

Students can learn more about themselves by taking SchooLinks' assessments, including the Learning Style Assessment and Focus Assessment.

We’re coming to PSD from out-of-district, how do we get registered for classes?
You’ll need to follow the enrollment process.  For more information on the first steps, please visit this website.

Top Questions for Counselors and Staff

How do I log in to SchooLinks?

Go to the PSD Portal and log in using ClassLink. 

What can I do on the SchooLinks dashboard?

The dashboard lets you see action items, your students’ outstanding to-dos, and an SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) overview of your students. Get familiar with these options to keep up with student progress.

How do I check my student lists?

Review your student lists to make sure all your students are there. You can explore individual student profiles to see their activities and goals.

How do I set up time for students to meet with me?

Use the Student Meeting Schedule feature to enter your available time blocks. This makes it easy for students to find a good time to meet with you.

How does SchooLinks help with talking to students?

SchooLinks isn’t meant to replace face-to-face conversations. Instead, it gives you helpful data and information so your discussions with students can be more productive and meaningful.

  • Top Questions for Students

    How do I log in to SchooLinks? 

    Go to the student portal and log in using ClassLink.

    What is onboarding, and why should I do it?

    Onboarding is a quick setup process that helps you get started with SchooLinks. It only happens the first time you log in, so don’t skip it! It’s the best way to learn how to use the platform.

    What kind of assessments can I take in SchooLinks?

    You can take fun quizzes to explore your career interests, strengths, and even find out which celebrity learns the same way you do. These assessments are a great way to learn about yourself.

    Why should I explore careers in SchooLinks?

    School isn’t just about learning facts; it’s about preparing for life after school. Exploring careers can help you see what jobs and industries might interest you in the future.

    Why should I set goals in SchooLinks? 

    Setting goals makes planning for life after school less overwhelming. You can create goals for going to college, getting a job, or anything else you want to work toward.

    Why do I have to pick a CTE pathway?
    Picking a pathway allows you to plan ahead to meet your CTE graduation requirements.  However, the courses that you pick in your four year plan are a forecast, and you can update them each year.  

    It looks like there are other resources in Schoolinks about careers and the future - can I use those at any time?
    Absolutely!  We’d encourage you to spend time on the platform exploring the resources.  Next year, High School and Beyond Plans will be completed in Schoolinks instead of Naviance.  For more information, check out our website on High School and Beyond Planning.

    How do I know if I’m on track for graduation?
    There are a few requirements for high school graduation in Washington state - one of which is the Core 24.  Students need to complete 24 credits in order to graduate - which means that by the end of 9th grade, students should have earned 6.0 credits.

    As I’m working through the platform, I have questions.  Where can I get help?
    You can use the Schoolinks chatbot for individualized help on your planning process, talk with the teacher helping you in the registration process, use our online resources, or schedule an appointment with your counselor.

    A screenshot of a school dashboard with a red arrow pointing to a yellow circle with a book icon, indicating an action item.


     

     

  • Top Questions for Parents and Guardians

    How do you login to SchooLinks?

     you can access your guardian account by going to the login website: schoolinks.com/login/member.  If you are unable to log in, try checking your PowerSchool email for accuracy. 

    • If you have a Google email on file with the district, click Log in with Google on the right-hand side of the login page, then select your connected gmail account. 
    • If you do not have a Google email on file with the district, click Forgot password below the blue log in button. Enter in the email on file with the district and click Reset password. 

    You can learn more about guardian accounts and how to login by visiting the following SchooLinks Website.

    What career goal did my student set?

    Students will set a career goal during the Find Your Path onboarding activity.

    How much can my student make in their favorite career?

    Students can find this type of information by exploring careers in the Career Center.

    What is one college my student might apply to?

    Students can learn about college options by exploring colleges in the College Search portal.

    What is one strength my student didn't realize they had?

    Students can learn more about themselves by taking SchooLinks' assessments, including the Learning Style Assessment and Focus Assessment.

    We’re coming to PSD from out-of-district, how do we get registered for classes?
    You’ll need to follow the enrollment process.  For more information on the first steps, please visit this website.

  • Top Questions for Counselors and Staff

    How do I log in to SchooLinks?

    Go to the PSD Portal and log in using ClassLink. 

    What can I do on the SchooLinks dashboard?

    The dashboard lets you see action items, your students’ outstanding to-dos, and an SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) overview of your students. Get familiar with these options to keep up with student progress.

    How do I check my student lists?

    Review your student lists to make sure all your students are there. You can explore individual student profiles to see their activities and goals.

    How do I set up time for students to meet with me?

    Use the Student Meeting Schedule feature to enter your available time blocks. This makes it easy for students to find a good time to meet with you.

    How does SchooLinks help with talking to students?

    SchooLinks isn’t meant to replace face-to-face conversations. Instead, it gives you helpful data and information so your discussions with students can be more productive and meaningful.