Transcript Get ready for high school… and the rest of your life!

Keep
Your
Options
Open
MORE EDUCATION Can Equal MORE INCOME
It’s natural at
this age to
change your
mind often!
Here are some general
ways you can prepare
for WHATEVER
the future holds...
 Take
the right courses now and
in high school.
 Learn to be a good student.
 Use time outside of school
wisely.
 Think about the future now.
 Do you want to go to college?
Learn about financial assistance
programs.
 Get help when you need it.
Take the RIGHT COURSES!
 2/3
of 8th graders plan to finish college.
 But only 1/3 plan to take college prep
courses in high school.
 Without specific courses,
YOU CANNOT ENTER COLLEGE.
Standard VS Advanced Diplomas
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English- 4 vs 4
Mathematics- 3 vs 4
Science- 3 vs 4
History-4 vs 4
Health and PE- 2 vs 2
Arts- 1 vs 1
Electives- 5 vs 2
Foreign Language- 0 vs 3
Is college for everyone?
Take control—
Learn to be a
Good
Student
 Sit
close to the front of the
classroom.
 Join in class discussions.
 Ask questions.
 Keep up with class assignments.
 Ask for help when necessary.
And...
 Look
for ways to sharpen basic skills.
 Learn keyboarding.
 Learn to take good notes.
 Learn to correct/revise written work.
 Develop test-taking skills.
Use Time
Outside
of School
Wisely!
 Develop
habits that will lead to
success.
 Find a quiet place to study.
 Plan a daily homework schedule.
 Ask family or friends to read
your written work.
Also...
 Use
the local library.
 Read newspapers and magazines.
 Look up unfamiliar words in a
dictionary.
 Talk with family and friends
about career plans.
Start
thinking
about the
FUTURE
Choices After High School
After high school graduation students will take many different paths. There are
various options from which to choose. Here are just few of the choices you have
after graduation.
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Obtain a full-time job. A full-time job will help you gain experience, learn about
an occupation, and earn money that could be spent on college. Finding a job that
will help you acquire job skills is important. In addition, you may also be able to
get tuition reimbursement for college study or specialized training.
Enlist in the military. There are many different military divisions. Most of them
offer career training and the ability to save money for college or other things.
Enlisting means that you agree to serve a specific number of years. Discuss job
training and responsibilities before you enlist.
Attend a two-year college and receive your Associates degree. Local
community colleges are an economical way to begin your college career. They are
good choices if you do not know what career you are interested in.
Apprenticeship Training. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with
classroom training and usually last two to six years. The pay for apprenticeships is
usually approximately half of the amount of fully trained workers.
Attend a four-year college. Many students attend a four-year college to pursue a
bachelor’s degree. You can choose between a public or private university. Public
colleges usually offer lower tuitions rates to in-state students. A master’s degree
may take six years and a doctoral degree may take eight.
Attend a career school. Private vocational schools offer various types of training
in many occupations. It’s a good idea to inquire as to where recent graduates are
now employed.
When thinking about college...
Make a list of interesting schools and
gather information about them.
 Register to take the SAT before
December of your senior year.
 Visit campuses, apply for admission
and financial assistance.
 Make a college decision.
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When considering serving in
the Armed Forces...
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Visit with friends, neighbors, and relatives who
have served.
Study military literature and compare training
opportunities.
Arrange visits with recruiters.
Compare benefits, tour of duty,
training, etc.
What role does school play in admittance?
When considering employment
right after high school...
Explore any special abilities and interests.
 Study materials about resume writing.
 Visit with people working in interesting
occupations.
 Become familiar with employers
in the area.
 Learn about vocational/technical
programs available in high school.
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If college is an option…
Financial
Financial
help
help
will
willbe
be
available
available
 Try
to save even a small amount
each month.
 Work hard for good grades/test
scores for scholarship consideration.
 Learn about the types and sources of
financial assistance available.
 Attend financial aid programs when
offered.
 Apply for financial assistance during
the junior and senior years.
GET HELP
(and your questions answered)
When You
Need It
There are many agencies,
organizations, and
individuals who care
whether you are
successful in school
and in life. Use them!
Always start
with your
SCHOOL
COUNSELOR!
Use the Internet
 www.collegeboard.com
 www.finaid.org
 www.ed.gov/thinkcollege/early
 www.collegeispossible.org
 www.cityyear.org
Remember!
The choices you make now
will affect the choices
you will have for
the rest of your life.
Make High School
COUNT!