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Apprenticeship or Technical School

High School a nd Beyond Plan( ning ). Apprenticeship or Technical School. 2 or 4-year College. Employment or Gap Year. Military . Class of 2015. Where does the journey begin?. How do I become that? Education/Training needed for your career(s) of interest.

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Apprenticeship or Technical School

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  1. High School and Beyond Plan(ning) Apprenticeship or Technical School 2 or 4-year College Employment or Gap Year Military Class of 2015

  2. Where does the journey begin? How do I become that? Education/Training needed for your career(s) of interest. What, then, can I become? Career options based on “Who Am I?”…. Who Am I? Skills, Interests, Values & Lifestyle Preference

  3. Georgetown Univ. 62% of all jobs will require at least some college or career training other than high school classes!

  4. Choose your Senior Year Classes Carefully… Senior Social Studies and…? Occupational Education: VisCom, Marketing, Accounting, Oly Bear, Power Tech, Woods, Ceramics, Foods, Art, Sports Medicine, etc. Additional Science, World Language, or advanced level(s) of previously taken electives Advanced Placement class(es) in area(s) of strength &/or interest & possibly earn college credit New Market Skill Center Professional Medical Careers Pre-Vet Tech (1YS) Environmental Exploration (1YS) AMPS: Alternative Energy (3YM) Graphic Design (1YA) Collision Repair Construction Trades DigiPen Comp. Sci. Culinary Arts Cosmetology Running Start Can take ALL remaining classes at SPSCC OR take a few classes to get a start on earning credits for college OR take a few classes that aren’t at OHS OR….? **Showcase on March 28th**

  5. Find Your Right College Fit…? • Factors to Consider in Choosing the Right College for YOU: • Majors/Degree Programs • Location • Urban/College Town/Rural • Size • Selectivity • Campus and Housing options • Social and Sports Activities • Support Services • Acceptance of Community College and/or AP credit • Cost • www.bigfuture.collegeboard.org Use School Selector under “Education” tab in Career Cruising to explore 2 & 4-year college options….

  6. Assessments for your Post High School Plan • 4-year College = SAT/ACT • Register for May 3rdSAT by April 4th • Register for June 7thSAT by May 9th • Register for June 14th ACT by May 9th • 2-year College = Accuplacer/Compass • Same test that’s used for Running Start • Best to take near end of senior year • Military = ASVAB(Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) • Skills test in 8 different areas • Do NOT have to be interested in the military to take this exam, and the recruiters do not receive your score • Gives you great info. about potential careers that match your skills • Will be given again next October….

  7. Is the Military a good option for me? Education and Career Training in exchange for service…. Enlist Check in the Career Center and bulletin for dates of upcoming recruiter visits…. Bailey Kilmer OHS Class of ‘11 Academy Very selective! Meet with your Counselor before choosing classes for next year ~ you start applying NOW! ROTC Military Information Night is coming on April 22nd from 6:30-8:00pm at Lacey City Hall. Earn a scholarshipto help pay for your 4-year degree!

  8. Apprenticeship You CanEarn While You Learn Higher Wages, Transferrable Certificate & Skills (equivalent of a 4-year degree!), and increased Advancement Potential…. Most require you to be 18. Openings happen when demand requires more workers. Health Care, Public Safety, Construction Trades, Manufacturing, Culinary Preparation & Serving

  9. Other Factors to Consider…. • Whether applying for a job or college admission, there’s more to getting an offer (of employment or enrollment) than just your grades & test scores: • Extracurricular Activities: • Clubs, Music, Drama, Sports, Leadership, Youth Groups, Activism • Community Service: • Church affiliated, school clubs, tutoring, community organizations • Getting involved is about more than building your resume…. It’s about improving your skills and defining your interests too!

  10. High School & BeyondPlan TODAY’S TASKS: Finish View Details list…. Extracurricular Activities, Hobbies & Interests and Skills & Abilities (save to “My plan”) (You can write in your own!)  Educational Plan for 12th Grade (must be done by SLC time!) Post-Secondary Plan SLC’s are April 24-25 Make sure you have an appt.

  11. www.careercruising.com Login = ohs- last name first initial middle initial (no spaces) EX: ohs-reykdalke Password = your student/login number (add a 0 at the beginning if only 6 #’s) Check out the website’s new “home page” while everyone gets logged in….

  12. Student Led Conferences: What do I do? • Discuss how all the factors below are impacting your current progress, plan for next year, and plan for after Oly…. • Academicindicators(Career Cruising &Skyward): • ACADEMIC GOAL(S) for this year (Career Cruising) • ATTENDANCE (Skyward) • ACADEMIC HISTORY (Skyward) • 11th GRADE CLASSES/EDUCATIONAL PLAN (Career Cruising) • Career Exploration(Career Cruising) • MATCHMAKER/MY SKILLS & CAREER SELECTOR assessments • 3 SAVED CAREERS • EXTRACURRICULARS/SKILLS/INTERESTS/HOBBIES • Post High School Plan(Career Cruising) • Discuss your POST SECONDARY PLAN • **Registration for April SLC’s closes March 28th**

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