FUTURE READY PA CAREER PORTFOLIO
SCHOOL IMPLEMENTATION GUIDE
SY23/24: Quarter 1
Office of Postsecondary Readiness
Future Ready PA Implementation
Career Readiness Indicator for the Future Ready PA
The School District of Philadelphia
Future Ready PA Career Readiness/ CEW Alignment
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Future Ready PA Career Portfolio Implementation
To help ensure that all students in Pennsylvania are on track for meaningful postsecondary engagement and success, PDE has included a measure of students’ career exploration, preparation, and readiness as part of Pennsylvania’s state and federal accountability system through the Future Ready PA Index.
The implementation guidelines below will outline leadership and staff expectations in meeting college and career measures for the Future Ready PA Index for all schools.
School Level Role | Implementation Responsibilities |
Principal | •Principals will monitor Future Ready PA career portfolio progress using the Qlik app. |
SBTL | •School-based Teacher Leaders (SBTL) will be responsible for ensuring teachers are aware CEW connections and Naviance tasks in instructional units and providing coaching and instructional support. |
Teacher | •Teachers will facilitate and ensure all Future Ready tasks in Naviance are completed in the classroom as indicated in their content unit overviews. |
Counselor | •Counselors will be responsible for loading transcripts and sending all eDocs via Naviance. •Counselors will facilitate in collaboration with teachers tasks that indicate/require counselor support •Counselors will monitor Future Ready PA career portfolio progress as needed and in accordance with Chapter 339 |
SPECM | •Special Education Compliance Managers (SPECMs) will be responsible for working with Special Education Teachers to complete appropriate tasks for students with complex needs. These students' artifacts will be monitored in Naviance by SPECMs. |
Bilingual Counselor (BCA) | •Bilingual Counseling Assistants (BCA’s) will support teachers with task completion for learners of English |
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Naviance Scope and Sequence: Quarter 1
Grade | Deadline | Naviance Task Title | CEW Standard | Description | Content Area/Supporting Staff |
3 | November 16, 2023 | G3 Task 1- I Am Unique Because | Awareness & Preparation 13.1.5 A | Students will begin thinking about their skills, hobbies, and interests. Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | ELA Teacher |
3 | November 16, 2023 | G3 Task 2- Time Management | Retention & Advancement 13.3.5 E | As outlined in ELA grade 3, Unit 1 overview, students will think about time management, how they organize their time, making decisions about what needs to get done, and what healthy decisions they can make.Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | ELA Teacher |
4 | November 16, 2023 | G4 Task 1- What Do I like To Do? | Career Awareness and Preparation 13.1.5 B | As outlined in the ELA grade 4, Unit 1 overview, students will list out things they enjoy spending time on inside and outside of the classroom. Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | ELA Teacher |
4 | November 16, 2023 | G4 Task 2- Cooking with Fractions! | Entrepreneurship 13.4.5 C | Students plan and reflect on the production process when creating items for sale. Students work with increasing a recipe as their product gains popularity and demand increases.Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher |
5 | November 16, 2023 | G5 Task 1- Setting Goals (05th Grade) | Career Acquisition 13.2.5 D | As outlined in ELA grade 5, Unit 1 overview, students will discuss setting and achieving positive goals. Define what makes a goal SMART. Write two positive SMART goals under the goal category in Naviance. Task complete once the student adds a goal to goal category for 5th grade. | ELA Teacher |
6 | November 16, 2023 | G6 Task 1- Career Exploration | Career Awareness and Preparation 13.1.8 D | As outlined in ELA grade 6, Unit 1 overview, students will search for careers in the medical field and explore the training it takes to enter those fields. Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | ELA Teacher |
7 | November 16, 2023 | G7 Task 1- Shark Tank! Becoming an Entrepreneur | Entrepreneurship 13.4.8 A/C | Students consider the role of business owner and how to determine pricing and profit. Students also think about the challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur. | Math Teacher |
8 | November 16, 2023 | G8 Task 1- Setting Goals (08th Grade) | Career Acquisition 13.2.8 D | As outlined in ELA grade 8 Unit 1 overview, students will consider how making SMART goals play a role in their present and future. Students will identify two SMART goals that speak to their truth and will help to define who they are and would like to become as an individual. (Adversity) | ELA Teacher |
8 (Algebra I ONLY) | November 16, 2023 | G8 Task 2- Algebra I:The Power of a Dollar | Retention & Advancement 13.3.8 D | Students analyze costs of living, minimum wages, and salary growth. In addition to financial literacy skills related to budgeting, this task is an authentic entry into exploring salaries relative to career choices. Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher |
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Naviance Scope and Sequence: Quarter 1
Grade | Deadline | Activity Title | CEW Standard | Description | Content Area/Supporting Staff |
9 (Algebra I ONLY) | November 16, 2023 | G9 Task 1- Algebra I: The Power of a Dollar | Retention & Advancement 13.3.11 D | Students analyze costs of living, minimum wages, and salary growth. In addition to financial literacy skills related to budgeting, this task is an authentic entry into exploring salaries relative to career choices. Task complete once a student completes a reflection survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher |
9 | November 16, 2023 | G9 Task 2- Setting Goals (9th Grade) | Career Acquisition 13.2.11 D | As outlined in the ELA grade 9 unit 1 overview, students will learn about SMART goals. Have students write a SMART goal under the SMART goal category. Task complete when the student adds a goal to the SMART goal category for 9th grade. | ELA Teacher |
9 | November 16, 2023 | Entrepreneurship 13.4.11 A | As outlined in ELA grade 9 unit 1 overview, students will explore entrepreneurship and consider the rewards and challenges of owning a business. Interview one or more small business owners of local businesses. Create a pros and cons chart that compares wages, benefits, job security, and costs. | ELA Teacher | |
9 (Algebra II ONLY) | November 16, 2023 | G9 Task 4- Algebra II: College Tuition | Career Awareness & Preparation 13.1.11 F | Students learn the importance of planning and how a student or family might finance college as well as consider how one might save money to use towards tuition. Students will develop a list of 5-10 postsecondary training programs that might financially connect to their career goals. Task complete once a student completes a survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher w/ Counselor Support |
10 (Algebra II) | November 16, 2023 | G10 Task 2- Algebra II: College Tuition | Career Awareness & Preparation 13.1.11 F | Students learn the importance of planning and how a student or family might finance college as well as consider how one might save money to use towards tuition. Students will develop a list of 5-10 postsecondary training programs that might financially connect to their career goals. Task complete once a student completes a survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher w/ Counselor Support |
10 | November 16, 2023 | Career Awareness & Preparation 13.1.11 E | Students think about what is important to them when selecting a job and create a “what is important to me in a career” list. | ELA Teacher | |
11 | November 16, 2023 | G11 Task 1- Achieve Works Personality Assessment | Career Awareness & Preparation 13.1.11 B | As outlined in ELA grade 11 Unit 1 overview, students will identify their personality type by choosing scenarios that best represent how they behave in real life. This assessment will provide tips on how to achieve success, in a way that works best for the student. | ELA Teacher |
11 (Algebra II) | November 16, 2023 | G11 Task 2-Algebra II: College Tuition | Retention & Advancement 13.3.11 D | Students learn the importance of planning and how a student or family might finance college and to consider how one might save money to use towards tuition. Students will develop a list of 5-10 postsecondary training programs that might financially connect to their career goals. Task complete once a student completes a survey in Naviance Student. | Math Teacher w/ Counselor Support |
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November Deadline
3rd Grade Task
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
I Am Unique Because | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Have students check out these videos that show how we are all different! Students should think about how we are all different based on characteristics we may inherit or are the effects of our environment. 2. Ask students: “What makes you different?” and “What makes you special?” Next students will make a list of things that make them different. Draw a picture of yourself that shows how you are unique. 3. Students must sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task I Am Unique Because...
HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, AS (High Inc.), ILS, DHH |
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3rd Grade Task
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Time Management | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Have a classroom discussion about time management with students. Read the article and share the screen. Discuss with students the importance of managing our time wisely. 2. Students will complete the linked Time Management Worksheet. 3. Sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Time Management. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title." | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, AS (High Incidence), ILS, DHH |
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4th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
What Do I Like To Do | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will work with a partner to create a presentation. Each team will use the worksheet provided to write down answers about themselves, as well as similarities and differences, with their partner. HELPFUL TIP: When you click the link click “make copy” to begin. 2. Each team will discuss with each other things they enjoy doing inside and outside of the classroom. Each team will identify the similarities and differences they have with their partner. Students will present their findings with the class. 3. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task What Do I Like to Do. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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4th Grade Task
Activity Title | Naviance Login Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Cooking with Fractions! | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will use the linked worksheet to solve for scaling a recipe. 2. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Cooking with Fractions! HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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5th Grade Goal
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Setting Goals | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will learn what a SMART goal means and how to set SMART goals. They will learn why SMART goals are important through the linked videos. After watching the videos, have students think about what they have learned, then review knowledge of the SMART goal acronym: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. 2. Students will brainstorm two positive SMART goal ideas.
3. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and set two positive goals for the school year. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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6th Grade Task
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Career Exploration | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students should research careers in the health sciences using Pennsylvania Career Zone. STUDENTS DO NOT NEED TO CREATE AN ACCOUNT TO EXPLORE! Careers can be found by clicking “Explore Pathways” then “Health Sciences”. 2. After selecting a career on the website, have students research the following: a. Skills of the career b. Average salary of the career c. Skills related to the career d. Similar occupations 3. Students should think about the following questions:
4. Sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Career Exploration. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | Link to Pennsylvania Career Zone | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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7th Grade Task
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Shark Tank! Becoming an Entrepreneur | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will view the the linked videos of young entrepreneurs. Students will consider the role of business owner and how to determine pricing and profit. Help students begin thinking about the challenges and rewards of being an entrepreneur. 2. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Shark Tank! Becoming an Entrepreneur. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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8th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Setting Goals | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students should watch the linked InBound Bold Talk by Marley Dias to learn about setting goals and doing your best. After watching this video, have students think about what they have learned. Ask students the following: “how can you define what you want from life? What is your truth? How can you define your next steps for setting goals that speak to your truth and what you want from life?” 2. Review the SMART goal format with students by watching the linked video about SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. Students should think about goal setting and the next steps they should take after a goal has been set. Ask students: why are each of these items necessary when creating a goal? Why must we always follow up with the goals we set? What should you do if you do not meet a goal you set? 3. Have students brainstorm SMART goal ideas. Ask your student guiding questions about their goals for their life and career. Some examples might include:
3. Students should then sign in to Naviance Student and set two SMART goals that speak to their truth and define who they are and who they want to become. Write these goals in the SMART goal format and write a plan. The plan should include an outline of specific next steps, measurable/achievable metrics, reasons why the goal is relevant, and the time in which each step should be completed for their overall goal deadline. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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November Deadline
8th Grade Task- ALGEBRA I Students ONLY
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
The Power of a Dollar | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Have a brief discussion with students around cost of living. Have students think about the following concepts: a. “How does career choice affect quality of life?” b. “What are some things that are essential to living?” c. “What are things you can do without if necessary?” d. “Consider whether the minimum wage would be able to support a family.” 2. Have students play the interactive game SPENT to simulate real life decisions surrounding costs of living. Students will go through a simulation of a person that has lost their job and home and is down to their last $1000. Students will find a job and try and navigate through a month making real life decisions. 3. Sign in to Naviance Student and explore different jobs and the wages associated with them. To explore Careers students will go to the “Careers Tab” and click “Explore Careers”. 4. Next students will complete the survey connected to the task Algebra I: The Power of a Dollar. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | Click here to play: SPENT | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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9th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Setting Goals | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| Students should watch the linked InBoundBold Talk by Marley Dias to learn about setting goals and doing their best. After watching this video, students will reflect on what they have learned: “how can you define what you want from life? How can you define your next steps for setting goals and doing your very best?” 2. Have students review the SMART goal format by watching the linked video about SMART goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely. They should think about to following when goal setting and the next steps taken after a goal has been set: “Why are each of these items necessary when creating a goal? Why must we always follow up with the goals we set? What should you do if you do not meet a goal you set?” Ask students to think about at least one SMART goal to accomplish. They must write a goal in the SMART goal format and write a plan. The plan should include an outline of specific next steps, measurable/achievable metrics, reasons why the goal is relevant, and the time in which each step should be completed for their overall goal deadline. 3. Students should brainstorm SMART goal ideas. Ask your students guiding questions about their academic and career goals. Some examples might include:
Students will then create a list of 5 goals that represent all parts of a SMART goal (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Timely). 4. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and set a CAREER GOAL. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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9th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Interview-ing Entrepre-neurs | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will learn more about entrepreneurs and having an entrepreneurial mindset. Watch the linked video to learn more. Students will understand what makes being an entrepreneur different from an employee working for a company or organization? How might they capture or capitalize on an entrepreneurial mindset? 2. Have students then sign in to Naviance Student and learn more about being an “entrepreneur” with Roadtrip Nation videos.
HINT: Roadtrip Nation leader videos can be found in Naviance Student under the “Careers” drop-down menu, clicking “Roadtrip Nation interview archive.” Once on the Roadtrip Nation page, either click “Leaders” to search by the leader FIRST NAMES listed above or click “Interests” and then “Entrepreneurship” to find the above leaders listed on the entrepreneurship page. 3.Students should Interview one or more small business owners of local businesses in your neighborhood, create a chart that outlines the pros and cons of being an entrepreneur, consider challenges, rewards, wages, economy, benefits, etc. 4. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Interviewing Entrepreneurs. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, AS (High Incidence), ILS, DHH |
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9th Grade Task- ALGEBRA I Students ONLY
Activity Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
The Power of a Dollar | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Have a brief discussion with students around costs of living. Have students think about the following concepts: a. “How does career choice affect quality of life?” b. “What are some things that are essential to living?” c. “What are things you can do without if necessary?” d. “Consider whether the minimum wage would be able to support a family.” 2. Have students play the interactive game SPENT to simulate real life decisions surrounding costs of living. Students will go through a simulation of a person that has lost their job and home and is down to their last $1000. Students will find a job and try and navigate through a month making real life decisions. 3. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and explore different jobs and the wages associated with them. To explore Careers students will go to the “Careers Tab” and click “ Explore Careers”. 4. Next students will complete the survey connected to the task Algebra I:The Power of a Dollar. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | Click here to play: SPENT | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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9th Grade Task ALGEBRA II Students ONLY
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
College Tuition | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will use the following links to learn more about paying for college and understanding financial aid. 2. After thinking about ways one might save for college, have students take a look at different ways to pay for college, with the understanding that Financial Aid is a critical piece of the college application process. 3. Students will develop a list of at least 5 postsecondary training programs connected to individual career goals. Have students describe which options best align to your career plan. Students will explain whether these programs seem to be financially responsible choices and why. 4. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Algebra II: College Tuition. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title." | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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10th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
Selecting a Career | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will reflect on an interview they conducted or one they select in Roadtrip Nation (RTN). HINT: you can view interviews in RTN by logging into Naviance and clicking Careers> Explore Roadtrip Nation Videos. 2. After watching the videos or interviewing someone, discuss with your students what they learned. Ask students clarifying questions. How can your student define what they want from life? How can students define what is important to them when selecting a career? Things to consider might be: flexibility, diversity, salary, company or organization size, benefits, etc. 3. Have students create a “what is important to me in a career or job” list. 4. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Selecting a Career. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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10th Grade Task ALGEBRA II Students ONLY
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
College Tuition | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will use the following links to learn more about paying for college and understanding financial aid. 2. After thinking about ways one might save for college, have students take a look at different ways to pay for college. Understanding Financial Aid is a critical piece of the college application process. 3. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Algebra II: College Tuition.
HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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11th Grade Task ALGEBRA II Students ONLY
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
College Tuition | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students will use the following links to learn more about paying for college and understanding financial aid. 2. After thinking about ways one might save for college, have students take a look at different ways to pay for college. Understanding Financial Aid is a critical piece of the college application process. 3. Students will then sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task Algebra II: College Tuition.
HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking “Tasks,” and locating the task title. | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, ILS, AS (High Incidence), DHH |
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11th Grade Task
Title | Teacher Instructions | Activity Instructions | Links | Disability Types |
AchieveWorks Personality Assessment | Students should complete the final part of the activity in Naviance Student. To log in to Naviance Student:
| 1. Students should sign in to Naviance Student and complete the AchieveWorks® Personality assessment. From the homepage, click the “self discovery” tab and navigate to “Self Discovery Home”. Begin the AchieveWorks® Personality assessment by clicking “start assessment.” 2. Students will read through their results when t finished. Research study tips in the attached “Full Report” based on their results. 3. Students should sign in to Naviance Student and complete the survey connected to the task AchieveWorks® Personality assessment. HINT: The survey can be found in Naviance Student under the “My Planner” drop-down menu, clicking "Tasks," and locating the task title. | | SPED Students that can complete this task with staff support: LS, ES, AS (High Incidence), ILS, DHH |