Xello's future readiness model is aligned with Wisconsin's Academic and Career Planning (ACP). These resources show you how to use Xello to ensure your students are on track and you have what you need to be successful.
Videos
Each year Xello offers a series of virtual professional development opportunities for Wisconsin school counselors, educators, and ACP coordinators. Register for an upcoming event or watch a pre-recorded webinar.
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ACP success in action: Sheboygan area school district's approach with Xello
Watch this discussion with Jason Duff from Sheboygan area school district as we explore effective strategies and real-world insights for making the most of Xello.
58 minutes
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Introduction to Xello's Work-based learning module for Program Partners
Watch to learn the important part you play as a partner for work-based and career-based learning experiences for students across Wisconsin.
20 minutes
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Introducing Xello Communities
Watch this informative webinar to learn how students can connect with college representatives directly in Xello and how you can get involved in making it a success.
20 minutes
Guides
These downloadable guides provide guidance on the lessons and activities within Xello that support the Wisconsin ACP requirements and other learning objectives, as well as, ideas on how to implement them in your classroom.
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PDFLessons pacing guideUse this pacing guide to simplify your experience with Xello Lessons and supplementary resources. Topics for each year group are sequenced for you, so you can see at a glance the order in which to deliver the curriculum.
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SPREADSHEETWisconsin standards for Career Readiness and Xello workbookUse this resource to help create your lesson sequence in Xello and support Wisconsin's standards for Career Readiness.
Training Events
Checkout our previous spotlight series. Start with exploring key features of Xello in a how-to webinar before tuning into a discussion on tactics and strategies with a Wisconsin Educator in a spotlight session.
This 2-part series focuses on tools and strategies for career-based learning activities:
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How-to Webinar: Supporting career-based learning activities with XelloWatch to learn about the key components of Xello, including the work-based learning (WBL) module that will take your career-based learning activities to the next level. In this session you’ll see how your students discover work-based learning opportunities, and learn ways to build upon career-based activities within Xello.39 minutes
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Spotlight Session: Ideas on pre and post career-based learning activitiesIn this spotlight webinar, we discussed the strategies and tactics to deliver engaging career-related experiences. Come away with actionable ways to initiate and manage career-related activities that help students discover employability skills for success.34 minutes
This 2-part series focuses on tools and strategies for a successful college application process:
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How-to Webinar: Supporting college-bound students with XelloWatch to learn how Xello’s College Planning tools support you as you assist students with their college applications process. See how Xello empowers your college bound students to stay organized and on track with college information gathering, planning, and application tracking. Learn how to involve Parents/Guardians through Xello Family Portal39 minutes
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Spotlight Session: Tips for a successful college application seasonIn this spotlight webinar, we discussed strategies and tactics ensure a smooth college application season. Come away with actionable ways to prepare students for applying to college and hear tips on how to effectively manage all the forms and documents you’re responsible for.40 minutes
This 2-part series focuses on tools and strategies that can help prepare all students succeed after high school:
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How-to Webinar: Plans for all students, all pathwaysWatch to see how students build plans based on different pathways, create actionable to-do lists to help them navigate the journey, and learn how you can support their post-secondary planning within Xello.45 minutes
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Spotlight Session: Leveraging Plans for after high school pathway planningIn this spotlight webinar, we discussed strategies for building after high school plans with students, why it’s valuable, and why technology is necessary to make it work. Hear recommendations about tools, resources, and practices to keep students engaged in and on track with their plans.45 minutes