May 27, 2025

Jumpstart Your Implementation with Quick Start Study Guides

Looking to implement the Get Focused...Stay Focused!® (GFSF) program with confidence? Academic Innovations’ Quick Start Study Guides offer role-specific, self-paced professional development to help educators, administrators, and support staff hit the ground running. 

Available through The Teachers’ Lounge, these guides support everyone from Career Choices series instructors to middle school teachers, independent study supervisors, and academic coaches—plus administrators exploring program impact. With supplemental tools like stakeholder presentations and a 10-Step Action Plan, it's a streamlined path to effective implementation.

Make This Summer Count—Register Now for Top-Notch Professional Development

Academic Innovations’ Quick Start Study Guides are a great way to build foundational knowledge at your own pace—but if you're looking for more interactive professional development, our online summer workshops are the perfect complement. These targeted, fast-filling sessions are ideal for anyone new to the Career Choices series or looking to strengthen their implementation. 

Choose from a 6-hour Implementation Workshop for a full curriculum rollout, a 3-hour Overview Workshop for administrators and support staff, or a 2-hour Middle School Workshop tailored to younger learners. Plus, we're now offering a 2-hour TIPS Workshop for experienced instructors—sign up by June 3rd and attend for free! Each workshop is packed with practical, hands-on guidance to ensure your program succeeds from day one. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot or request a custom session for your team today.

Celebrate Your Impact: Apply for the Career Choices Medal Program This Summer

The Career Choices Medal Program is your school’s opportunity to shine—all summer long! Open to any school using the Career Choices series, this program recognizes the incredible work you're doing to help students build personalized 10-year Plans and prepare for life after graduation. Whether you're new to the curriculum or a seasoned pro, your efforts deserve to be celebrated. 

Applications are open throughout the summer, giving you plenty of time to share your story. Every applicant receives public recognition, access to exclusive professional development, a curated Celebration Box, and a media spotlight sent to local outlets. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your success—apply this summer!

Wrap Up the Year with Purpose: Launch the Student Testimonial Video Project

As the school year winds down, give your students a meaningful opportunity to reflect and shine with the Student Testimonial Video Project from Academic Innovations. In just 1–2 minutes, students can share how the Career Choices series has impacted their goals, mindset, and life direction—while building valuable communication and storytelling skills. 

With a ready-to-use lesson plan, rubric, and permission forms, it's easy to assign and manage during these final weeks. Submit your top 3–5 videos, and selected students will receive a fun goody bag—plus, you’ll earn a $50 Amazon gift card as our thank-you. It’s a powerful way to end the year on a high note!

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