High School and Beyond Plan – SchooLinks
A Graduation Requirement
What is a High School and Beyond Plan?
The High School & Beyond Plan is a Washington State requirement which helps students set goals and plan for their future including a post high school career/college plan. Seattle Public Schools uses SchooLinks to support students in creating their High School Graduation Plan. You can’t graduate without one!
The State of Washington requires all students to create a High School and Beyond Plan. Seattle Public Schools expects students entering grade 8 to begin to develop a 5-year plan including 4 years of high school courses, resume or activity log, and post high school career and college goals. The plan should be updated over time as the student develops high school plans. School counselors, staff and parents help students develop their individual plans in the district approved tools.
High School and Beyond Planning is a state requirement which helps students walk through the process of goal setting, future planning and self assessment. Students learn about their learning styles, career interests and they are asked to consider how the courses they select support their career goals. Additionally, students learn about college costs and selecting a college that meets the students needs. Students are encouraged to change their goals and plans as they move towards graduation to include their new interests and knowledge. Visit the district High School and Beyond Plan and SchooLinks for more information.
SchooLinks – High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP)
On Sept. 2, 2026, SPS will transition from Naviance to SchooLinks, the state-selected High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) platform for Washington schools.
This shift ensures alignment with state requirements while providing improved tools for students to explore their interests, plan for life after high school, and track progress toward their goals.
SchooLinks also expands access for families, creating new opportunities to engage in their student’s planning process.
About SchooLinks and HSBP
The High School and Beyond Plan (HSBP) is a state graduation requirement designed to help students explore careers or college pathways starting in 6th grade in Seattle Public Schools. It centers on students reflecting on three guiding questions:
- Who am I?
- What can I Become?
- How do I Become That?
Throughout the year, students update their HSBP goals to reflect their changing interests and goals, connecting what they learn and the skills they develop to future career pathways. Students in grades 6–12 use SchooLinks to:
- Complete High School and Beyond Plan activities.
- Explore careers and interests.
- Build and update graduation plans.
- Research colleges, apprenticeships, military service, and other postsecondary pathways.
- Search for scholarships and other opportunities.
- Track college and career planning activities.
Student Access to SchooLinks
Students can access SchooLinks beginning Sept. 2.
Login instructions:
- Log in to Clever Student Portal
- Scroll to College Career Readiness.
- Favorite SchooLinks to keep it near the top of the Clever dashboard.
- Select the SchooLinks application.
Student Support
Students will receive support through:
- Classroom lessons connected to their High School and Beyond Plan
- Guidance from school counselors and staff
- Step-by-step tutorials and resources
Families will also receive information to help support students at home.
Parent/Guardian Access to SchooLinks
SchooLinks allows families to:
- View your student’s High School and Beyond Plan and progress
- Explore college and career options together
- Stay informed about important milestones and next steps
Resources for Parents/Guardians:
Login instructions:
Families can access SchooLinks beginning Sept. 2.
- Log in to SchooLinks using one of the options below:
- Click Login with Google, Microsoft, or LinkedIn if you have a Google, Microsoft, or LinkedIn email on file with the district.
- Click Forgot Password, enter the email you have on file with the district, then follow the email instructions to create a password.
- Once logged in, click the My students tab at the top to view your students.
- If you don’t see the right students, please reach out to the district for corrections.
- Click your student’s name to view their casefile. From the casefile you can see your student’s assessment results, review course plans, reach out to their counselor, and more!
Questions?
If you have questions, please contact the School Counseling team.