Fort Wayne Community Schools - College and Career Readiness

College and Career Readiness FAFSA KICK-OFF

The K-12 College and Career Readiness program supports all FWCS students in establishing and pursuing college and career goals. Students are encouraged to aim high and reach their fullest potential in whatever path they choose.

The College and Career Readiness program works to prepare students and families for life after high school.

Support each student to achieve his/her college and career goals;
Prepare students to embrace curricular and co-curricular opportunities and challenges;
Inspire students to succeed inside and outside the classroom;
Challenge students to reach their potential and live with purpose; and
Equip students and the families with the proper resources in order for students to pursue college or a career upon graduating from high school.

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS & FAMILIES

State Graduation Initiatives

There are many changes being made in Indiana regarding Graduation Pathways and the high school diploma. Check out our resource page to learn more.

Monthly Newsletters

OUR STAFF

Shenita Bolton, E.D.S Director of K-12 College and Career Readiness

Angela Benge K-12 College and Career Readiness/GEAR UP Coordinator

Kyle Bond K-12 College and Career Readiness Family and Support Liaison

Stephanie Carlson GEAR UP Coordinator of Learning Partners and Programs

Allen Coultas GEAR UP Student Advisor

Karen Kill GEAR UP Budget Secretary

Deidre Moore GEAR UP Student Advisor

Martin Murphy K-12 College and Career Readiness Coordinator

Leonel Pech GEAR UP Student Advisor

Michael Roberson GEAR UP Student Advisor

Tristan "Brody" Young GEAR UP Student Advisor

Bruce Schneider K-12 Instrumental Music and "b Instrumental" Program Coordinator

Virgil Tharp District Athletic Director

WHERE ARE WE LOCATED?

Family and Community Engagement Center

230 E. Douglas Ave. Fort Wayne, IN 46802

260.467.7250

What do we offer?

Students and families have access to a wide range of services designed to help prepare for life after high school.

College and career resource area
Gear Up program (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) for students in the Class of 2024 & 2025
Individualized college and career planning
High School college and career prep programs
Middle School college and career exploration programs
K-5 college and career exploration program
21st Century Scholars
Parent Trailblazer Program
FAFSA completion awareness program
College visits
College fairs
Summer career internships/externships