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HIGH SCHOOL SCENARIEOS High school may be the best time of some student’s lives, but for many, it is a trying and questioning time. Luckily, the GPS LifePlan (Goals+Plans=Success) can help. The GPS LifePlan is a 24/7 online referatorium of practical information students, parents and educators can use.
Scenario 1 – Mike C. Academics: Very successful academically Location: Suburban Twin Cities Age: 18 (Senior) Parents: Upper Middle Class, can afford some help, but not too much for college • Situational • Leaving home for the first time • Determine resources to finance education • Through combination of PSEO and AP, student has passed all AA Gen Ed • Very shy and introspective – thinking about getting involved • Not focused and does not know what he wants to do with his life • Educational and Career • Assess how his interests, values, skills, and personality align with career options • Hoping to work part-time on campus • Research which education programs/classes prepare him for transferring after his AA • Determine how previous college credits will transfer toward his bachelor degree
FinancePlan: Debt Management FinancePlan: Creating a savings plan LeadershipPlan: Cultural competency LeadershipPlan: Campus involvement PersonalPlan: Housing resources PersonalPlan: Transitioning to college CareerPlan: Career interests CareerPlan: Trend and industry information EducationPlan: Majors and programs of study EducationPlan: Alternative Options for Earning College Credit (PSEO or AP) EducationPlan: Transfer in formation for credit review FinancePlan: Scholarships and Financial Aid GPS LifePlan Resources for Mike
Scenario 2 – Jake K. cademics: Has NOT been successful, struggles Location: Urban Metropolitan Area Age: 17 (Junior) Parents: Blue collar. Cannot pay for college • Situational • Has daughter, but mother has custody • Has not done well at school. Will need classes to meet basic skills (development) • Thinking about entering the military, but unsure of what he wants to do • Wants to get out of his house as soon as possible, but does not have any money • Has held part-time labor jobs • Educational and Career • Investigate what and where are the job opportunities are close to home • Explore educational programs related to what the military might require • Will struggle with his academics, needs to learn more about academic support, learning styles, and study skills • Would like to continue to stay fit, but lacks the motivation to do so
FinancePlan: Create a budget FinancePlan: Saving for the future FinancePlan: Identity theft LeadershipPlan: Person-ality inventory LeadershipPlan: Social justice PersonalPlan: Health and fitness PersonalPlan: Crisis hotlines CareerPlan: Assessing yourself – interests & skills CareerPlan: Finding a job CareerPlan: College and university information EducationPlan: College readiness EducationPlan: Time management EducationPlan: Under-standing the Accuplacer Placement Test GPS LifePlan Resources for Jake
Scenario 3 – Maddie M. Academics: Average Location: Rural Age: 16 (Sophomore) Parents: Was/Is Upper Middle Class, parents recently lost their jobs • Situational • Has many questions about relationships • Struggles with an eating disorder • Parents financial situation has changed and so she needs to find a PT job • Has done volunteer work, but never worked • Educational and Career • Thinking about dental assistance program • Decide which classes to take; what are the program requirements. • Struggles with test anxiety and is slightly dyslexic – needs to explore strategies
FinancePlan: Financial aid FinancePlan: Understand-ing credit cards LeadershipPlan: Know yourself LeadershipPlan: Community involvement PersonalPlan: Personal relationships PersonalPlan: Eating disorders & body shape CareerPlan: Exploring career options CareerPlan: Educational Options CareerPlan: Creating a plan EducationPlan: Determining education goals EducationPlan: Study skills and strategies EducationPlan: Learning styles assessment GPS LifePlan Resources for Maddie
Questions for You • What other features would be helpful? • What do you need from each plan that was not mentioned? • How would you access the website (i.e. iPhone, computer on campus, laptop, etc.)? • What other sites appeal to you - why? • Any other comments?
Thank you for your participation! Contact information: Randy LaFoy; randy.lafoy@century.edu 651-779-3363