College Resources
Resources to help explore, choose, pay for and attend college.
- Search for Colleges with Big Future College Search
- Sign up for the SAT or ACT to showcase your academic strengths
- Federal and State Financial Aid resources, including FAFSA
- Local Scholarship and National Scholarship Resources
- Start your college experience early with Summer Opportunities
- Find other college info and resources here
Careers
Kickstart your future today! Whether you're dreaming about your first job, pondering college majors, or exploring vocational paths, uncover a career that sparks your passion and utilizes your talents. Dive into the resources below, find your direction, and take the first step toward an exciting and fulfilling future. Many districts have access to career exploration tools, check with your school counselor for more information and discover your potential!
Career profilers, videos, and job search tools, and more
Experience careers with summer opportunities
Skilled Trades
Discover your path to a rewarding hands-on career with our guide to local Trade Skills programs. Explore a variety of vocational fields and connect with training and apprenticeships in your community to jumpstart your future today.
- Explore Career Technical Programs during high school through BOCES
- Explore and find trade schools in Buffalo after high school
- Many local trade unions offer paid appreticeships
- Explore options after high school with the BOCES Adult Career Training
Mental Health Resources
Mental health is as vital to our overall well-being as physical health, shaping how we think, feel, and interact with the world around us. Prioritizing mental healthe nhances quality of life and strengthens abilities to cope with challenges, build meaningful relationships, and pursue our goals with resilience and confidence. Wether you or your child is struggling, or just trying to maintain mental health, the resouces below can help here in Western New York.