College, Career, & Community Ready
The MPS Framework
Students want to achieve the future lifestyle they have been dreaming of. The goal is to ensure they are not only on track to graduate, but also have a plan to guide them toward a career that will lead to the lifestyle of their choice. By getting a head start through college credit programs and unlocking financial support with FAFSA guidance, students can take confident, concrete steps toward their higher education goals.
CCCR Framework
Career & Technical Education (CTE)
College & Career Academies
Graduation Plus
Portrait of a Graduate
College & Career Fairs
The MPS College & Career Fairs bring higher education institutions, trade schools, and industry professionals directly to our high school campuses. Students can explore post-secondary pathways, discover emerging career opportunities, and connect face-to-face with representatives to prepare for their future.
Mesa High | 9/30 |
Mt. View | 10/13 |
Dobson | 10/23 |
Red Mt. | 10/28 |
Skyline | 11/5 |
Westwood | 11/10 |
Early College Credit Opportunities
FAFSA - Fund Your Future
FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is the key to unlocking student aid to help you pay for college, career school, or trade school.
Helpful Resources
FAFSA Myths and Facts | FAFSA Materials Checklist | FAFSA Process Overview
Grade-Level Checklists for Students and Parents to Help Plan for the Future 9th Grade | 10th Grade | 11th Grade | 12th Grade
MPS College, Career & Community Readiness Vision
All students in Mesa Public Schools should experience high-quality advising, accelerated coursework, and career-connected learning that cultivate purpose, belonging, and social capital -- ensuring that they graduate high school with agency and momentum on purposeful pathways toward economic mobility.