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New Glarus School District

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Academic and Career Planning (ACP)

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Academic and Career Planning, or ACP, is a student-driven, adult-supported process in which students create and cultivate their own unique and information-based visions for post secondary success, obtained through self-exploration, career exploration, and the development of career management and planning skills.

New Glarus School District ACP Implementation Plan

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4 Stages to Successful Academic and Career Planning (ACP)

A four-piece puzzle graphic illustrates a career development process: Know, Explore, Plan, Go!

Table of ACP Components

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Career Clusters

Career Clusters are broad occupational groupings based on a set of common knowledge and skills required for a broad group of careers. Wisconsin has adopted the National 16 Career Clusters that also serve as a tool for organizing curriculum and instruction. Career clusters provide opportunities for all students regardless of their career goals and interests. They are a tool for a seamless educational system that blends rigorous academic/technical preparation, provides career development, offers options for students to experience all aspects of a business or industry, and facilitates/assists students and educators with ongoing transitions. For more information about career clusters, visit https://dpi.wi.gov/cte/career-development/career-clusters.