Career and College

Fritz Rock Career & College Coordinator 651-621-6970 fritz.rock@mvpschools.org

Meet Mr. Rock

My name is Fritz Rock and I am the Career and College Coordinator here at Irondale. I am originally from Miami, FL but moved to Minnesota for high school. I went to Wayzata High School and eventually went on to play D1 football for the University of Illinois. An interesting fact about me is that I speak three different languages: Creole, French and English. The Career and College Center is a great resource space for students that are considering post-secondary planning as well as career pathways. Our goal for our students is to make sure that they all leave our building with a plan after graduation. I am really looking forward to building meaningful relationships with our students to better support them throughout their high school journey.

Preparing for College

Preparing for college begins in middle school and continues all the way to high school graduation. Talk with your teachers, dean and family about what courses are best for you, where you might want to attend, and what you want to do as a career. Click the links below for resources: Free Application Opportunities at Minnesota Colleges & Universities Identify What You Want in a School Admissions Policies and Tests Choosing a College - 2022-2023 College Programs & Profiles

Career Pathways

The Career and College Center can help you explore your future career interests and pathways. Check out the following resources that might help guide your decisions. Need help? Stop by and talk to Mr. Rock. External Resources: Trades Hub Naviance Career Force Construction Career Pathways Earn and Learn

Michael Werner Post-Secondary Planning Coordinator 651-621-7143 michael.werner@mvpschools.org

College Applications Remain Open

As seniors continue to determine what is next for them following graduation, college and university applications remain open. They are encouraged to complete applications as soon as possible. Though many colleges and universities continue to accept applications, many have deadlines of March 1. Application deadlines can be found on admission websites.

FAFSA

The 2023-2024 FAFSA is open. Students and families can complete the FAFSA in preparation for postsecondary enrollment for 2023-2024. Students and families hoping to access federal grants, state grants, and loans must complete the FAFSA. FAFSA information is located here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa

Minnesota Office of Higher Education

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education is an additional, excellent resource for students and families seeking information about post-secondary plans.