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LOGOS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

LOGOS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL. COLLEGE/POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING . WHY PURSUE MORE EDUCATION AFTER HIGH SCHOOL ?. More Career options Develop critical thinking skills Expand knowledge and skill base Growth in relationships and professional life Improved job security

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LOGOS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

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  1. LOGOS PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL COLLEGE/POST HIGH SCHOOL PLANNING

  2. WHY PURSUE MORE EDUCATION AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? • More Career options • Develop critical thinking skills • Expand knowledge and skill base • Growth in relationships and professional life • Improved job security • Greater income potential

  3. WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS? Apprenticeship & Technical Schools BA/BS Degree from 4 yr College Military Certificate Programs at 2 yr colleges AA Degree from 2 year College

  4. What Can Parents Do? 1. Discuss/cultivate child’s talents, abilities. 2. Encourage excellence in everything. Encourage volunteering/job to build work ethic. Together, explore: Career Exploration Class

  5. DEGREE TYPES Degree Received atTime Certificates of Training 2 yr Colleges Less than 1 yr & 1-2 yr apprenticeship opportunities Associates of Arts (AA) 2 yr Colleges 2 years (approx) Bachelor of Arts/Science 4 yr Coll/Univ 4 yrs (approx) (BA/BS) Masters Degree (MA) 4 yr Coll/Univ 2 yrs beyond BA

  6. APPRENTICESHIP • Minimum Qualifications: Be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED. • Average starting wage: About 50% of a journey worker’s (person who has completed apprenticeship) rate of pay. • Length of training time: 2-5 years to complete, depending on industry. • RCC apprenticeship programs: electrician, heating, ventilation & air conditioning, sheet metal, sign electrician, and others: Contact RCC Workforce Training Center at 541-245-7900 or 7934 • Oregon Bureau of Labor & Industries Apprenticeship Division : in Medford, call 541-776-6201 located at 119 N. Oakdale Ave, Medford. • State level: Email at demail.boli@state.or.us, phone #: 971-673-0760

  7. APPRENTICESHIPS Be paid to learn a job. Steps: Finish High School or get your GED. Get a job, during high school, show up on time and get good recommendations from your employer. If there are classes in your high school or local 2 yr college that relate to the job you want, take them. To apply: apprenticeship committees take applications for their own programs. They advertise in local schools, 2 yr colleges, newspapers and community organizations. Apply to the ones you are interested in.

  8. MILITARY ACADEMIES AND MILITARY SERVICE I. Military Service (local recruiters) Army 541-773-8026 Medford Navy 800-872-6289 Grants Pass Air Force 541-772-4664 Medford Marines 800-627-4637 Medford Nat’l Guard 541-476-2129 Grants Pass II.Collegiate Opportunities A. ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Candidate) B. Academies (by special acceptance) Air Force Colorado Spgs, CO Naval Annapolis, MD West Point West Point, NY U.S. Coast GD New London, CT

  9. ROGUE COMMUNITY COLLEGEOffers 5 Degrees and 50 Career & Technical Programs Degrees 1. Asso. of Arts/OR Transfer (2 yr) 2. Asso. of Applied Science (1-2 yr) Automotive , Business , Computer, Construction , Criminal Justice, Diesel, Early Childhood Education, Electrician/Electronics, EMT-Paramedics, Fire Science, Human Services, Mechanics/Maintenance, Industrial Welding, Manu/Engineering, Nursing 3. Asso. of General Studies (2 yrs) 4. Asso. of Science ( 2 yr then trans to OR 4 yr program): Computer Information, Computer Program, Computer Security, Criminology, Early Childhood Dev, Elem. Education, Human Services, Information Technology , Manufacturing, Multimedia, 5. Asso. of Science/OR Trans in Business (2 yrsthen trans to OR 4 yr ) Certificates, Career & Technical : Alcohol Drug Counselor, Computer Aided Drafting, Automotive, Business Assistant, Truck Driving, Construction, Dental Assistant, Diesel Specialist, Digital Graphics Design, Early Childhood Education Electrician Apprentice, Dental Assistant, Diesel Specialist, Digital Graphics Design, Electrician Apprenticeship, Emergency Medical , Employment Skills Training, Fire Officer, Fire Prevention/Investigation, Health Care Information, High Tech Studies, Industrial Welding , Juvenile Corrections, Landscape Technician, Massage Therapy, PC Microprocessor Systems Technician, Practical Nursing, Retail Management, Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship, Industrial Welding

  10. Online Educational Opportunities Obtain information on 200 Online Colleges & Universities and 3,000 Accredited Online Degrees. www.elearners.com/colleges

  11. Out of State Opportunities Over 4,000 colleges and universities nationwide. Requirements will vary greatly, so check out each school’s requirements on-line. 3. Requirements may change each year.

  12. THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT OUT-OF-STATE EDUCATION Tuition is usually much higher for out of state students attending public 2 & 4 year schools. For example: An Oregon resident would pay $7,605 tuition at SOU, but a California student attending SOU would pay $20,933 tuition. 2. WUE (Western Undergraduate Exchange) Program is an agreement among some colleges in the Western United States, to require approximately tuition and one-half. Student must apply for the program. See WUE on line for specifics.

  13. TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID • Student Loans • Money borrowed that has to be paid back, usually with low interest. • Work Study • College provides jobs for students, allowing student to earn money while attending. • Grants • Money given through the federal government, based on financial need. • Does not have to be paid back, but first come first served, through the FAFSA. • Scholarships • Money given by organizations, individuals, colleges, etc. For achievements in academics, athletics, personal talents or characteristics. Doesn’t have to be paid back.

  14. WHERE TO OBTAIN FINANCIAL AID FOR COLLEGE Federal: FAFSA(Federal Application for Student Aid) Deadline: June each year. Best if sent ASAP after January 1, Go to: www.fafsa.ed.gov State: OSAC (Oregon Student Assistance Commission) Deadline: March 1, Go to: www.osac.state.or.us 3. The College/University you plan to attend. Contact them and ask. 4. Personal Connections and Research A. Internet (two ideas among many) 1. CIS – Financial Aid Sort 2. Fastweb.com B. Career Center at NMHS or SMHS (view online) C. Employers (ask them)

  15. Ways to Earn College Credit While in High School Take classes at RCC while attending high school Sign up for Pathfinders at Logos to earn college/high school credit. Logos pays the fees. (Deadline to apply is February each year) Take Southern Oregon University Classes through Early Entry Program (pay reduced tuition) Costs: $67.00/credit instead of $175. Must be 11th or 12th. Obtain required forms from my mailbox through your ES. Must meet with Stephanie Butler: 541-552-6916 for Early Entry Any student wanting to attend college while in high school must work through Valerie Barr

  16. A great career exploration tool: • Take the ASVAB Teston November 7th, 2012 • at Logos from 9 a.m. – 12 noon (11th & 12th graders only) • Sign up on Logos website • Why do this: • It is freeand you can’t fail it. • The test helps you determine your interests & abilities. • Given by the United States Military, but not obligated to the military, if you choose to take this test. • Results will be explained in an evening meeting at Logos several weeks after the test. • It may be part of your planned course of study – talk to you ES.

  17. IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS 1. College Fair: 9a.m. – 12 noon on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at the Medford Armory. For all 9-12th grade students and their parents. Sign-up to let us know you are interested on Logos website, but not required to attend. FREE 2. PSAT: 8:30 a.m. – 12 noon on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at North Medford High School. For all 10th and 11th graders. FREE for 10th graders, costs $15.00 for 11th graders. Scoring well may provide National Merit scholarship opportunity for 11th graders (only). MUST sign-up on line at Logos website & pay at Logos BEFORE Wednesday, October 5th, 2012. 3. ASVAB: from 9 a.m. – 12 noon on Weds., Nov. 7that Logos. For 11th and 12th graders wanting to explore their interests and abilities on a FREE test. Must sign-up at Logos website before Nov. 1st, 2012. 4. FAFSA Night: at North Medford High School inDecember (date yet to be determined). Watch Logos website.

  18. For more help, contact: • Kathy Offutt, Logos College Counselor • E-mail: koffutt@logoscharter.com • Meet with meor talk to me by calling • 541-535-2001 from 11 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. M-F

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