College, Career & Life Planning
The Mission
The Bangor High School Guidance Department is committed to helping students prepare for their lives after high school. Our counselors support students by providing academic advice, social-emotional support, career goal-setting, and the attainment of life skills through a variety of direct and indirect service. Our team supports the entire school and community by advocating for consistent, fact-based and up-to-date practices directed toward the ultimate goal; life-long success for our students.
The Tools
Direct 1-on-1 service
Indirect classroom support
Advisory Period
Intervention Study Halls
Xello Career Readiness Platform
CollegeBoard Tools and Services
University Services
The Standards
Maine Learning Standards - Career & Life Readiness
CASEL Standards - Social-Emotional Learning (Soft Skills)
Bangor School Department - Multiple Pathways; 10-year strategic plan
The Goals
(In revision - draft due November 1, 2024)
Grade 9 - Transitions.
Self-Management
Social Awareness
Organizational Skills
Accessing Support
Academic Behaviors
Grade 10 - Insights
Long-Term Planning
Relationships
Grade 11 - Decisions
Grade 12 - Destinations