Grades 6–8 · Middle School

BridgeForward

A gentle, family-friendly bridge from middle school into the right high school. Build a picture of who the student is today, explore their options, and walk into grade 9 with confidence — not confusion. BridgeForward is purpose-built for grades 6–8 and sits alongside the high school TransitionForward planning flow.

Four Steps · Middle School to High School

A clear bridge, one step at a time

BridgeForward Profile
Capture strengths, supports, interests, and what high school feels like right now.
Student Voice (Grades 6–8)
Age-appropriate prompts so the student's words shape the plan.
High School Fit Finder
Compare neighborhood, magnet, technical, and specialized options side-by-side.
Readiness Snapshot
A versioned summary the family can bring to the next PPT.

Who BridgeForward Is For

  • Students in grades 6, 7, and 8
  • Parents and guardians of a middle-school student
  • Educators and case managers supporting middle-school teams
  • School and district administrators with middle-school students in their care

BridgeForward never exposes private student data to partner organizations and does not duplicate the high school Pathway Report.