Beginning in October of the eighth grade, a series of programs will be offered to promote the significance and value of a college education for middle school students. A critical element in the success of the program is to include parents from the onset so that students hear consistent messages at home and school. The program includes four components: a College Value Workshop held at each of the six middle schools; a Career Fair for students held at Cecil College; web-based resources (Career Cruising) to support career awareness and selection; and a Parent Orientation conducted at each middle school.

All 8th grade students enrolled in Cecil County Public Schools are eligible to participate in this series of events.

Career Blast is a locally developed program that provides College and Career planning and preparation knowledge for students and parents.