Junior Guidance - GLENCOE COUNSELING AND CAREER CENTER...
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Junior GuidanceFall 2016
Objectives for Today
Review your transcript
Review your 5 Post-HS Options
Naviance Activity: College SuperMatch
Review the Résumé tool on Naviance
Review Your TranscriptTake a look at where you are and consider where you want to be as you review your post-high school options
Keep in Mind with your Transcript
Look for grades/credits that need to be fixed◦ Is credit recovery or summer school needed?
◦ Are there Ds that need to be replaced?
Check your progress towards graduation◦ Credits/categories
◦ Essential Skills
Take a peek at your cumulative GPA◦ This is the last year to update your GPA before
applying to colleges next year!
◦ Doing well in junior year shows maturity and growth
Example Transcript
5 Post-HS OptionsJunior year is an important year to prep for your next step in life!
4-Year University
Transcript Reminders
Transcript:◦ Standard Diploma is required
◦ GPA: Most schools require a minimum 3.0
◦ Cs or above for core/academic classes
◦ World Language credits (2 of the same!)
◦ Algebra 2 or above for math level
◦ 16 Academic Credits
Don’t slack off this year or next!
15 credits is required for graduation
◦ Next semester is the last semester of grades that will go on your transcript before you apply!
SAT & ACT exam scores
SAT:◦ New format
Focuses on content aimed at college and career readiness Has no “SAT vocab” words (but still challenging vocab using context) Math that applies to a variety of careers
◦ 3 sections: Evidence-Based Reading & Writing, Math, Essay (optional)
◦ 3 hours (Re/Ma) + 50 min (essay)◦ Scored from 400-1600 (Re/Ma) + Essay (2-8)
ACT:◦ English, math, reading and science◦ Related to what you have learned in HS◦ 2 hours 55 min (Re/Ma) + 40 min (essay)◦ Score of 1-36 (writing 2-12)
FYI: PSAT scores from October 19th:◦ Scores will be available after Winter Break
Test Dates this year:• ACT:Feb 11thApril 8thJune 10th• SAT:Jan 21stMarch 11thMay 6thJune 3rd
Average SAT/ACT scores locally
Oregon State University Portland State University Southern Oregon
University University of Oregon Western Oregon
University George Fox University Linfield College Pacific University University of Portland
980-1230 900-1160 910-1130
990-1230 850-1180
960-1210 960-1200 980-1210 1080-1310
21-2819-2520-25
22-2717-24
20-2621-2621-26
SchoolAverage SAT Score Range (M & R only)
Average ACT Score Range(Composite)
Think, Pair, Share
SAT vs. ACT: Which style of test do you feel that you are better suited for? Give two pieces of evidence as to why.
Think, Pair, Share
Public vs. Private Colleges: Share one thing you know about each option
Public vs. Private Colleges
Public University Private University
Tuition: More affordable
Out-of-state tuition applies
GPA requirement in 2.75-3.50 range
Tend to be bigger campuses/student bodies
Due to larger size, more options are available
Tuition: More expensive Out-of-state tuition does
not apply More financial aid is
available Usually a higher GPA is
recommended or required Tend to be smaller
campuses/student bodies Not always as many
opportunities/options
College/Campus Visits
Great time over Winter and Spring Break or summer!
See/experience the campus, stay in the dorms, meet current students
People who earn a 4-year Bachelor’s Degree make an average of
$1 million more in their lifetime than those with only a HS diploma!
2-Year/Community College
Admission Requirements
2+ years Modified or Standard Diploma,
Undocumented students – all ok! No GPA requirement No World Language credits required Placement Tests
◦ Reading, Writing, Math are required◦ Can use SAT/ACT scores in place of, as well◦ Grades of C or higher from core classes in high school can be used for placement as well
Programs and Options
University Transfer Degree vs. Associates Degree◦ Transfer: take basic core for about 2 years in
preparation for 4-year university
◦ Associates: Particular set of classes to complete a degree
Many 3 or 6-month programs offered◦ Called Career Pathways at PCC
◦ Examples: HVAC, Corrections Technicians, Bookkeeper, 911 Dispatcher,, Pharmacy Technician, Food Service
Common Programs for 2-year schools:◦ Auto Body, Auto Mechanics, Nursing, Dental Assisting,
Business/Accounting
Oregon Promise
Free tuition for up to 90 credits
Any of the 17 Oregon community colleges
Must have a 2.5+ GPA by graduation
Would allow you to receive a 4-year Bachelor’s degree (after transferring) for the price of 2 years!
Trade/Vocational Programs
Details
Shorter Programs◦ Enter workforce quickly
Specific job training and career skills◦ Certificate/License◦ Apprenticeship: usually on-the-job training or
going to school while working.
Common Programs:◦ Massage, Cosmetology◦ Pipe Fitting, Plumber, Carpentry◦ Electrician, Heavy Equipment Operator◦ Culinary◦ Diesel Mechanic, Auto Detailing/Painting
Military
Military
5 Branches:◦ Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy◦ Each has a unique purpose/”feel” to it
Must have Standard Diploma◦ Modified Diploma and GED are not accepted
Must take ASVAB test: ◦ FREE at Glencoe on Thursday, Feb 2nd.◦ Sign up in the counseling center with Mrs. Pate
Benefits include tuition coverage, career/technical training, food/housing aid
Employment
Employment
Finding work can be difficult!
Work Skills needed:◦ Timeliness, regular attendance
◦ Able to learn new tasks and perform well
◦ Work well with other people and bosses
◦ Be eager to learn
◦ Willing to accept responsibility
Use of your transcript and/or references
Activity
Post-HS Option Activity
In a group, you will get a sample student’s profile
Based on the information mentioned in the profile, determine which post-HS option suits that student best and why
Identify the information or words that helped you identify your decision
Naviance: SuperMatch Activity
College SuperMatch
Select factors you would consider when searching for a college
See a list of schools that meet your criteria
Compare a few schools on some of the major factors
Do a reflection on your research Both 2 and 4-year colleges are available
to research – there’s an option for everyone
College Selection Factors
Location◦ I want to go to school
in…
Majors◦ I plan to get
a…(Bachelor/Associate)
School Type◦ I plan to attend a…(4-
yr/2-yr)
Campus Setting◦ Urban, Suburban, Town,
Rural
Getting In◦ Selective vs. Wide Open
Disability Services◦ Mobility, Visual and
Hearing Impaired
Sports Greek Life
◦ If it has or does not have on campus
Liberal/Conservative◦ Feel of the campus
GLBT-Friendly◦ Gay, lesbian, bisexual,
and transgender support system
Résumé
Résumé:◦ If you finish with SuperMatch, feel free to return to your résumé that you started last spring and make updates, if necessary
◦ Go to the About Me tab at the top
Under the Interesting Things About Me section at the bottom, you’ll find the Résumé link there