SchooLinks Support for Vail School District ECAP

This case study details the implementation of SchooLinks at Vail School District in Arizona, focusing on its role in supporting the Education and Career Action Plans (ECAP) requirements. Amanda Cook, the lead counselor, outlines the transition from the previous system, AzCIS, which was deemed user-unfriendly and ineffective in tracking student data. The switch to SchooLinks garnered unanimous support from the counseling team due to its ability to meet the district's specific needs. The platform streamlines the ECAP process, facilitating academic planning, career exploration, and scholarship tracking. It empowers students to develop personalized plans aligned with their interests and goals. The case study emphasizes the benefits of SchooLinks for both students and staff, including improved communication and resource accessibility. Amanda also shares insights on the importance of comprehensive planning and the flexibility SchooLinks offers for tailored approaches to ECAP implementation. The study concludes with reflections on the positive impact of SchooLinks on student readiness for post-secondary education and career pathways.