Future Blueprint Worksheet
Grade 9 Career & Transition Readiness Pathfinder Series
FUTURE BLUEPRINT
Discovering Strengths, Exploring Clusters, & Planning Your Pathway
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Date:
Period / Advisory:
Part 1: Personal Profile — What Drives You?
Hands-On (Doers)
Working with tools, fixing, building, outdoors, physical activity.
Building / Fixing Athletics / Movement Nature / Animals
Analytical (Thinkers)
Puzzles, technology, science, coding, analyzing information.
Coding / Software Science Experiments Solving Math/Logic
Creative (Makers)
Visual art, music, writing, media, designing, self-expression.
Design / Video / Art Music / Sound Creative Storytelling
Social (Helpers)
Teaching, healthcare, counseling, teamwork, community service.
Healthcare & Care Teaching & Coaching Organizing / Guiding
My Work Style Preference Circle preferred option
Environment: Indoors / Office or Outdoors / On the Move
Collaboration: Independent (Solo) or Team / People-Centric
Tasks: Structured Routine or Dynamic & Changing
Top 3 Strengths People Count on Me For:
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Part 2: Career Matches — Connecting Talents to Roles
Identify two career options that align with your interests and strengths above. Be specific about why each is a realistic and exciting match.
A Career Option 1 Specific Job Title
Exact Career / Job Title:
Why this fits my skills and personality:
Daily responsibilities that sound exciting:
B Career Option 2 Specific Job Title
Exact Career / Job Title:
Why this fits my skills and personality:
Daily responsibilities that sound exciting:
Connecting to 9th Grade: Courses & Activities
1-2 classes or electives that help me explore these fields:
1 club, sport, or community project that builds relevant skills:
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TRANSITION & REALITY CHECK
Education Requirements, Daily Logistics, and High School Roadmap
Target Focus Career:
Part 3: Post-Secondary Education & Training Requirements
Apprenticeship / Cert 6 mo - 2 yrs paid training
2-Year Associate Degree Community / Tech College
4-Year Bachelor's Degree University / College
Graduate / Professional Master's, MD, Law, PhD
Specific certification, degree, or program needed:
Estimated timeline & potential costs/scholarships:
Part 4: Transition Logistics & Supports
Transportation & Daily Commute
How will you travel to work or post-secondary training?
Driver's License / Car Public Bus / Train Walking / Biking Remote / Work From Home
Steps needed to secure this transportation:
My Support Network & Accommodations
Who are 2 people or programs that can help you reach this goal?
Support 1 (School Counselor, Mentor, Family Member):
Support 2 (Tutor, Community Center, Specialized Service):
Part 5: 4-Year Milestone Blueprint (9th - 12th Grade)
9th Grade: Explore
Build strong GPA, join 1 club/activity, test interest areas.
My Goal This Year:
10th Grade: Deepen
Take specialized electives, job shadow, or interview a pro.
Skill to Build:
11th Grade: Prepare
Visit colleges/trades, test prep, draft resume, internship.
Programs to Research:
12th Grade: Launch
Submit apps, FAFSA/scholarships, finalize transition plan.
Target Destination:
Immediate Action Step (Within Next 30 Days)
One concrete action to move forward
Specific action I will take (e.g., schedule meeting with counselor, research 1 college program, shadow a family member):
Student Signature & Commitment:
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