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1. COLLEGE DAY ORSE @ Wed. Oct. 20th, 2010 The future belongs to those who prepare for it today. ~Malcolm X

2. PLAN your WORK. WORK your PLAN. COLLEGE DAY SCHEDULE Each of your classes today will present information about planning for life after Morse High. Art: Financial Aid Process and Opportunities English: College Majors and Career Paths History: Higher Education Options Math: Summer Program Opportunities P.E.: Campus and Dorm Life ROP/Electives: Post-Secondary Options Science: A-G Requirements World Languages: Studying Abroad ORSE COLLEGE DAY @

3. COLLEGE MAJORS & • CAREER PATHWAYS • 1)  Teacher Shares About College Journey • 2) Considerations: Major & Career Paths • Exploration: Online Resources • 4) What college did my teachers at Morse attend? ORSE COLLEGE DAY @

4. PLAN your WORK. WORK your PLAN. COLLEGE JOURNEY Teacher shares details about his/her educational and professional path. • • The college you attended • • The time it took you to receive your degree(s) • • The type of degree you received • • Whether you headed straight to a 4 year or attended a junior college first • • Other career paths/jobs you’ve had prior to teaching • • Student loans/scholarships? Did you work while in college? • • Notable involvements (extracurricular) • • Etc. ORSE COLLEGE DAY @

5. What is a College Major? •  A discipline or field of study that represents your main educational interest •   A set of course requirements which results in a thorough knowledge and understanding in that discipline Can you name examples of college majors? Choosing a major is about deciding what field of knowledge and set of skills you will commit yourself to learning and mastering.

6. DID YOU KNOW? Just at San Diego State University alone, they offer: • 84 Bachelor's degrees (BA, BS) • 76 Master's degrees (MA, MFA, MBA) • 16 Doctoral degrees (PhD) and 78 minors. Which “one” is the “right one” for you? Research! Explore! Investigate! Inquire!

7. What is a Career vs. Job?

8. Myths About Career Choice

9. Myths About Career Choice

10. Career and College: What’s the relationship? Majors & Careers Explore college majors that relate to your preferred field, but that also give you multiple options.

11. Career and College: What’s the relationship? Degrees & Careers Different degree levels will qualify you for different occupations (and varying salaries) in a given field.

12. Which do I choose first…Major or Career Path? Some majors prepare you for specific careers such as nursing •  Many majors prepare you for several career possibilities – liberal arts majors   You can choose your major first and identify career possibilities later OR choose a few career options and then identify possible, related majors. Either way, begin planning and exploring now!

13. Still not sure? • Take a Career Assessment Survey • http://www.careercruising.com/ • Other online career resources: • collegeboard.com: Find informational profiles on colleges, majors, and careers • mydream.sdccte.org: Read information tailored to high school students in San Diego County • Missingmajor.com • cacareerzone.org: Discover information about the tasks involved, education required, and salary compensation for over 3,000 occupations • bls.gov/k12/index.htm: Investigate the details of particular jobs as well as the future outlook for many professions on this website geared toward teens

14. Next Steps… • Talk to your counselor • Participate in Job Shadow Days and Internships. Volunteer! • Take a class in a field/area that interests you.

15. TAKE HME MESSAGE Know Thyself! Research Options!

16. Do you want to earn an extra $1 million dollars?

17. Using College Board to Search Majors, Careers and Colleges www.collegeboard.com

18. Click on “For Students” Under “Find a College,” select “Careers and Majors” Review all of the categories and select the one that best matches your career/major interest Next…

19. Explore the Major • Once you select a category, you will see a detailed description of the major. • On the right, you will see the following links: • Which colleges offer the major? • Degree Type • Helpful High School Courses • Typical Major Courses • Related Majors • Related Careers

20. Select the Top 3 Majors that Interest You Narrow down your major choices into your top 3 choices. Begin to seek info through various career websites and talk to professionals in the field. Find colleges that offer your major. Pursue your goal relentlessly while you are in high school so you will be prepared for college. Have a successful future!

21. 2010 Staff Survey ResponsesA Snapshot of Their Experiences “What college did my teachers at Morse attend?” “What did they major in?”

22. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Ahlgren Math • Other Careers / Involvements • Always taught • Advice • Apply to your dream school- you can get the $$$, scholarships loans, workstudy, etc.

23. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Banuelos English • Other Careers / Involvements • Masters in American Literature • Advice • While college requires a lot of hard work and discipline, it also can be the best time of your life. Take control of your future by attending college.

24. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Benedicto History/AP Psych. • Other Careers / Involvements • Received departmental honors in history at USD (undergrad); graduated Magna Cum Laude; received Outstanding Graduate Student Master's of Arts in Teaching program upon graduation Advice • Make the most of your college experience; meet new people, get involved in clubs or organizations; get to know your professors (may be easier at smaller school); have fun, but also prioritize and make sure your studies do not suffer.

25. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Bean English • Other Careers / Involvements • Retail-Beauty Supply • Advice • Don’t procrastinate. • Study, study, study! • Make sure to get involved in high school and in college!

26. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Bergan Social Studies/Art • Other Careers / Involvements • Honors program. distinction • Historical Researcher: Smithsonian Institute • Advice • Stay in good, physical shape • Live in the dorms if at all possible

27. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Biares World Language • Other Careers / Involvements • Teacher in USA: 2002- Present • In the Philippines: 30 years, Retired • Kaisahan Adviser

28. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Carter English Resource • Other Careers / Involvements • I was one of the founding members of CSU Stanislaus’ chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the English Honor Society. • Retail management • Advice • College is completely different from high school. You plan your own schedule and make your decisions. Major in something that makes you happy. GE classes are important. They will give you insight into different subjects, perspectives and ways of life and learning. They are an essential part of a well-rounded education.

29. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Castillo SEA • Other Careers / Involvements • Played soccer in college • Advice • Do your own work!

30. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Crawford History • Other Careers / Involvements • Restaurant industry • Retail • Advice • Stay focused! Don’t fall behind! Have fun!

31. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Dancy Graduation Coach • Other Careers / Involvements • Orientation Leader, Volleyball, Black Student Union, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. • Retail Management, Flight Attendant, Catering, Gift Basket Business, Event Planning, Balloon Business • Advice • Go to school and finish. Do not let anything or anyone stop you. Going back to school is very difficult if you decide to work first. Go where you want to go and do not be persuaded by anyone. Do your research. Enjoy your college life and know that you will make lasting friendships and have lasting memories. If you want to obtain a MA degree after your BA or BS continue and do not stop.

32. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Diasparra Math/Resource teacher • Other Careers / Involvements • NYCTF • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society • Waitress

33. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Drake Social Studies

34. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Duffy Math • Other Careers / Involvements • National University-Masters in Education • Retail management • Advice • I wouldn’t trade my college experience for anything. That experience is priceless to me as it enriched my life on so many levels. Go Purdue!

35. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Fox ROP/ELECTIVES • Other Careers / Involvements • Exchange program-LNH • Masters program- Cum Laude • Peach Corps volunteer – Philippines • Worked for the telephone company, computer companies, hardware stores and marketing companies. • Advice • Learning is an active process- not a passive one. You must possess perseverance/initiative. Determination is necessary in order to finish a four-year degree!

36. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Gendron Physics/Chemistry • Other Careers / Involvements • Played football, coached gymnastics • Supervisor: Building Maintenance Company • EMT/Fireman • Computer Programmer • Advice • Learn everything you can, take every opportunity to learn you are given. • The broader and deeper you knowledge, the more doors are open to you and the greater your opportunities for success.

37. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Giardina Social Studies • Other Careers / Involvements • Advice • STUDY

38. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Jimenez Science • Other Careers / Involvements • Advice • Do not get loans or credit cards or you will have debt over your head for a long, long time.

39. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Kiyama Math • Other Careers / Involvements • Asian Pacific Islander Student Alliance leader • Advice • Be careful of the things you do when no on is watching. They have everlasting effects on every day that follows. All those things I heard while in high school & living at home hade much better sense once I finally graduated!

40. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Krause English • Other Careers / Involvements • Construction- electrician • Advice • Apply for scholarships! Don’t let the circumstances of life prevent your from pursuing your passion.

41. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Laborin District Counselor • Other Careers / Involvements • Participated in Big Brothers Program • Accounting/Property management • Advice • Talk to a college counselor ASAP to make sure you’re in the right classes!

42. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Larkin English • Other Careers / Involvements • Retail • Advice • If you realize that you are not passionate about the field of study you are taking classes in, don’t be afraid to change your major midstream. It’s better to work toward a degree that you will enjoy than receive a degree in a field that you will probably never be happy working in.

43. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Lopez Math • Other Careers / Involvements • Advice • You miss college • You miss out • It’s fun, fun, fun!

44. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Lowe Art • Other Careers / Involvements • I didn't get involved with "college life" as one who was working to put myself through college and living off-campus. This is also why it took an extra year, as opposed to the standard four to get my baccalaureate degree. I also attended at a time when tuition and fees were much lower so I was able to get my degree debt free. • Advice • Get to know each professor and know when their office hours are, then "tap their brains." The expression "working smarter instead of harder" really begins to take form. The pace is much faster than in high school, so it becomes really important to learn ways to become more efficient, along with making use of ALL resources available.

45. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. MacDonald Math • Other Careers / Involvements • Trash Collector, Pool Builder, Heating & AC Installer • Worked on a math textbook as a graduate student at UCLA • Advice • Work hard in high school. Take challenging classes. Keep doors open. Develop good study skills. Seek help when you need it!

46. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Maglalang Head Counselor • Other Careers / Involvements • Sea World Store Lead • Advice • Get involved- ask for help!!!

47. What college did my teachers attend? Ms. Maher Teacher/Librarian • Other Careers / Involvements • District Attorney’s Office Librarian, Research Librarian for Pharmaceutical Company • Advice • College was a dream for me. I was the first female in the family to attend. For three generations, women in my family did not attend any type of school. I never gave up on my dream and neither should you. I have a college degree and three masters and hope to obtain another graduate degree in the near future. Never give up!

48. What college did my teachers attend? Mrs. Martinez EL Office/ELST • Other Careers / Involvements • Volleyball team-College • Graduate assistant for FIELD placement- HGSE • Radiologic Technology • Independent schools • Advice • Maintain high expectations for yourself. • Ask for help when you need it.

49. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Meyer English, Newspaper Adviser • Other Careers / Involvements • All- American Quarterback • Rocket Science • Brain Surgery • Advice • Choose your major by what interests you…not by how lucrative it will be, and certainly not by what your parents tell you to study.

50. What college did my teachers attend? Mr. Milburn Special Education • Other Careers / Involvements • Computer software • Advice • You have brains in your head; you have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re in any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. You are the one who’ll decide where to go. ~Dr. Seuss