Focus Program

Focus is a developmental counseling program that shares information with students regarding academic planning, college and career planning, and personal concerns. Each of the four years offers a different focus:

DGS Postsecondary and Career Expectations

9th Grade:

9th Grade Open House Presentation (Curriculum Night)
4 Year Academic Course Plan in SchooLinks
Academic goals
Course selection for grade 10
9th Grade Focus Presentation: Link will be provided soon (December 2024)

10th Grade:

10th Grade Open House Presentation (Curriculum Night)
Course selection for grade 11
Interest & Abilities Inventory
10th Grade Newsletter
10th Grade Focus Presentation: November- December 2024. Click here for the presentation.
Presentation Google PP Slides

11th Grade:

11th Grade Open House Presentation (Curriculum Night)
ACT/SAT information
11th Grade Focus presentation: October- November 2024
Course selection for grade 12
11th Grade Presentation Links To Explore:
- Click here for the presentation: Junior Focus Fall 2024
- Choosing a Career (Information coming soon)
- Exploring Technical Careers
- Military Options
- Researching Community Colleges
- Researching Universities

12th Grade:

12th Grade Open House Presentation (Curriculum Night)
Post-secondary information: SchooLinks Student College Application Manager Guide
12th Grade Credit Requirement Verification and Post Planning meeting with counselors
Finalization of post-high school plans
12th Grade Focus Presentation. Click below for the presentation:
- Slideshow
12th Grade Exit Spring 2025
- 1st Survey: DGS Graduation Survey (can access this one via Naviance)
- 2nd Survey: D99 Exit Survey
- Presentation link

Any questions pertaining to the above information can be directed to your school counselor or to the College & Career Center, Room A104.

DGS - Counseling & Support