Take Your Next Step at Future Ready Fest!

High school students and families are invited to Future Ready Fest on Tuesday, October 14.

Explore colleges, apprenticeships, and career paths—all in one place. This free, drop-in event brings together more than 60 colleges, career programs, and community partners ready to guide you through your next steps.

Get one-on-one support in the Senior Lab with college applications, scholarships, and financial aid. Attend hands-on workshops designed just for high school students, especially seniors.

Families can enjoy activities for younger siblings, plus prizes throughout the evening. Language support will be available in Vietnamese, Spanish, and Somali, with additional assistance upon request.

When: Tuesday, October 14
            5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Where: Tyee High School
             4424 S 188th St 
             SeaTac, WA 98188 

Don’t miss this chance to kick-start your future! For more details, or to request language support, email collegeandcareer@highlineschools.org.

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Program Highlights

College and Career Fair: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Explore a variety of opportunities with more than 60 college, career and community partners at this fair-style event. Get the information you need to make informed decisions about your future. 

• College and Career Fair featuring all pathways 
• College Application and Financial Aid Lab 

Senior Lab: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 

Receive personalized support with setting up financial aid accounts, applying for scholarships, and completing college applications. This is your chance to get one-on-one guidance.

Drop-in Optional Workshops 

6:00 p.m. Workshops 

• Senior Year Timeline (Offered in Spanish and English) 
  • Get a crash course on senior year college and career planning, including High School & Beyond Planning (HSBP) requirements, Guaranteed Admission Programs, financial aid updates and more. Perfect for seniors and their families.  
     
• Ways to Pay: Tips on Making College and Career Training Programs Affordable (English) 
  • Get the latest updates on the financial aid process for FAFSA and WASFA. Learn about scholarships available to Highline Public Schools students to make your education more affordable. 
     
• Choose Your Pathway! 
  • Explore the unique differences between community/technical college, university, trade, apprenticeship, and military options. Find out which path aligns with your interests, skills, and future career goals. 
     
• Promise Scholars Program - Grade 10 Families Enrolled in Program 
  • Discover the Promise Scholars Program at Highline, Tyee, Mount Rainier and Evergreen. This program is open to all students but focuses on supporting Black, Pacific Islander, Native American, and Latino male/non-binary students. 

7:00 p.m. Workshops 

• Senior Year Timeline (English) 
  • Get a crash course on senior year college and career planning, including High School & Beyond Planning (HSBP) requirements, Guaranteed Admission Programs, financial aid updates and more. Perfect for seniors and their families.  
     
• Ways to Pay: Tips on Making College and Career Training Programs Affordable  (Spanish)  
  • Get the latest updates on the financial aid process for FAFSA and WASFA. Learn about scholarships available to Highline Public Schools students to make your education more affordable. 
     
• Choose Your Pathway! 
  • Explore the unique differences between community/technical college, university, trade, apprenticeship, and military options. Find out which path aligns with your interests, skills, and future career goals. 
     
• Promise Scholars Program - Grade 12 Families Enrolled in Program  
  • Discover the Promise Scholars Program at Highline, Tyee, Mount Rainier and Evergreen. This program is open to all students but focuses on supporting Black, Pacific Islander, Native American, and Latino male/non-binary students.