🎓 Welcome to the LBVHS College & Career Center

Located in Student Services – Building 800, the LBV College and Career Center is here to help students plan for life after high school. Whether you're exploring college options, preparing applications, or considering career pathways, our team is ready to support you every step of the way.

We offer guidance on:

• Choosing the right college or university
• Navigating the application and financial aid process
• Exploring career interests and school-to-career pathways

Stop by to start shaping your future today!

🕒 Student Access to the College & Career Center

• Walk-ins are welcome during all lunch periods.
• Wednesdays are dedicated to group help sessions for college applications, financial aid, and scholarships.
  Students may walk in:
  • During elective classes (with a teacher pass)
  • During lunch
  • After school

For one-on-one support, please reach out via email to schedule an appointment.

🔍 Discover the Career Path That’s Right for You

Not sure what you want to do after high school? Start exploring your interests, strengths, and goals using the tools and resources below. These will help you identify careers that align with your passions, skills, preferred work environment, and lifestyle.

🛠️ Career Exploration Tools

Use these free tools to get started:

• Career Exploration – U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Career Interest Profiler by U.S. Department of Labor

💡 Other Ways to Explore Careers

• Job shadowing professionals in fields you're curious about
• Attending career fairs hosted by the school or community
• Taking the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)
• Enrolling in the Future’s Prep Finale course (available to juniors and seniors)
• Interviewing professionals, parents, counselors, or career advisors

Once you’ve identified a few career interests, it’s time to start planning your path to get there!

🎯 Explore Your Post-High School Options

(Available through Canvas – click the tabs below)

• College
• U.S. Military
• Apprenticeships
• Employment

🌐 Helpful Links

College Search Tools

• CollegeNet
• • FastWeb

Military Branches

• Go Army
• Air Force
• Navy
• Marines

Technical Schools

• OCPS Technical College

Occupational Outlook

• U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

📅 Grade-Level Planning Checklists

Stay on track with your college and career goals using these checklists:

• Grades 9–10 Checklist – Build a strong foundation and explore your interests.
• Grade 11 Checklist – Focus on college and career prep, testing, and research.
• Grade 12 Checklist – Apply to colleges, complete FAFSA, and request recommendation letters.
  • Use this Letter of Recommendation Request Template
  • Complete this Brag Sheet to highlight your achievements

📝 Ready to Apply to College?

Once you’ve narrowed down your list of preferred schools, use our College Application Guide to walk through each step of the process. If you have questions, your school counselor or the College & Career Center staff are here to help!

🔗 US News Best Colleges – Explore this year’s top-ranked universities across the U.S.

🎓 College Representative Visits

Want to learn more about colleges without leaving campus? Take advantage of college rep visits! These sessions are a great way to:

• Ask questions directly to your college’s admissions representative
• Learn about programs, scholarships, and campus life
• Get personalized guidance on the application process

💡 Each rep is your go-to contact at their college—don’t miss the chance to connect!

🎓 Scholarships: Find the Right Fit for You

There are countless scholarship opportunities available—both locally and nationally. We encourage all students to explore and apply for scholarships that match their unique strengths, interests, and backgrounds.

💡 Tip: Scholarships are open to everyone, but your time is best spent applying to those where you meet the specific qualifications.
📧 Consider creating a separate email account for scholarship applications—you’ll receive a lot of messages from national search sites.

🔍 Start Your Search Here

• Scholarship Bulletin
  Updated regularly—check often and track deadlines!
• Florida Bright Futures Scholarships
  Merit-based aid for students attending college in Florida.
  📅 All LBV Seniors must apply starting October 1st.
• FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid
  Required by most colleges to determine eligibility for federal and state aid.
  ✅ All seniors should complete the FAFSA—regardless of family income.
  🛂 Students must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or eligible non-citizens.
• CSS Profile – College Board
  Required by some colleges to award institutional aid.
  💵 There is a fee—check if your school requires it before applying.

💰 Scholarship Search Engines

• BigFuture Scholarships – Earn chances to win \$500–\$40,000 by completing college planning steps.
• Going Merry – A user-friendly platform for finding and applying to scholarships.
• Raise Me – Earn micro-scholarships for achievements like good grades, sports, and extracurriculars.
• LendEDU Scholarships – Step-by-step guides and current scholarship listings.
• CareerOne Stop – Search over 8,000 scholarships, grants, and awards.
• NovoResume Scholarship List – Curated list of scholarships for various interests and backgrounds.

🎥 Explore College & Career Resources on YouTube

Looking for guidance on your college and career journey? The OCPS YouTube Channel offers a wide range of helpful video resources!

📚 What you’ll find:

• Step-by-step guides for each semester of high school
• Tips on choosing the right college
• How to prepare for college interviews
• Scholarship search and application advice
• And much more!

Take advantage of these free tools to stay informed and confident as you plan your future!