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Next Step Plan Analysis

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Descriptions of the NSP process at the school: The Next Step Plan begins upon entering NMVA and is unique to each grade level, so that students grow with the document. During orientation week, students complete a Next Step Plan survey, readiness assessment and interest inventory. Homeroom teachers review survey and inventory to determine discussion items and readiness assessment to determining correct placement. During the “Welcome” meeting, the student’s course path for the year is reviewed. Students will set a personal and academic goal, creating action plans that brings in community and family support if needed. Assessments for graduation requirements are summarized. If a student is not making satisfactory progress a mid-year review …show more content…

“Pathfinder” or Connect is a comprehensive software program that NMVA students utilize every year and it follows them through their course of study. It aligns strengths and interests to postsecondary goals, and navigates students through the process of college applications, scholarships, career and community planning and provides a multitude of resources for the families and students. The Graduation Plan tool, is a new all-inclusive program that NMVA will utilize for the first time in the Spring Next Step meetings. In the past, we utilized a school-produced form to track credits and assessments. The new tool will provide real-time information to families on student’s grad track, credits earned, gaps, transfer credits, current progress as well as document all assessment information for graduation. If a question arises, it can quickly be answered and/or

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