Grades 7-12 is an important time to start talking about what happens after high school with your student.

In 8th grade, families can apply for P-TECH, a free program that begins in 9th grade and leads to a FREE two-year college degree in one of two in-demand technology careers: Advanced Manufacturing or Computer Networking / Cybersecurity. Your 8th grade school counselor will also meet with your family to make a plan for high school.

In 9th Grade, families who qualify can apply for the FREE TRIO Upward Bound program to mentor your student through high school (be ready to apply early in the 9th grade school year.)

In 10th grade, students can apply for BOCES which offers FREE 17 professional trade training programs that lead to good paying, in-demand jobs.

BOCES is a competitive program with limited spots each school year. Classes takes place in 11th and 12th grade and students must have good attendance in 9th and 10th grades, have room in their schedule to take BOCES program in 11th and 12th (must be passing classes and on track to graduate) and present positive behavior in school. Open House nights take place in January for the following year. Please check the district calendar of events once per week for the latest.

Students can take college level classes, saving thousands on college tuition. This includes:

Advanced Placement (AP) classes that count towards college tuition.

FREE Early College and Career Academy (ECCA) to earn a two-year college degree in a variety of programs -- all while in high school.

Syracuse University Advance Project (SUPA) classes to gain college credit while in high school. A huge savings!

It all starts with getting to school on time and being curious about the opportunities available, while you're in school.

Talk to your guidance counselor to discuss how to get started.

Granville Central School District