College & Career: Make it Happen! SJHS School Counselor Lesson
Today we will... Understand why it is important to continue your education Examine your post secondary options Evaluate a transcript Review graduation requirements vs. A-G Requirements Discuss credit recovery options ASCA Mindsets: M 2. Self-confidence in ability to succeed M 4. Understanding that postsecondary education and lifelong learning are necessary for long-term career success
A-G and Graduation Requirements 230 credits Total
This is how it looks on your transcript!
Transcript Audit Let s review: Classes Grades College Prep GPA s Weighted (+) Credit Summary
GPA Matters! Total GPA has all Grades levels. **10th grade is the 1st year grades are calculated into College GPA, but still need C s or higher in 9th grade classes to meet A-G requirements Other benefits! Dual and Concurrent Classes Scholarships Taking AP, IB,and college courses can increase your GPA (aka weighted)
What if I am struggling? Step 1: Convo with Teacher Do they accept late work? Can you make up tests? Do they offer tutoring? Step 2: Check your Student Portal on a regular basis. What assignments are you missing? Is it tests that you struggle with? How are you studying? Great Option on Campus: Talent Search!
Grade and Credit Recovery Options for making up D s and F s: Summer School Restart: 7th Period Pearson (Seniors have priority, then Juniors) Night School (*Not an option for A-G requirement recovery; Only for Seniors) Mt. View High School (16 or older) Grades Matter! Keep them up all year! *A-G Science requirements cannot be made up with Pearson.
Plickers!!!!
Best Version of Yourself
Why Continue?
Post-Secondary Options Community College Military University of California Private / Independent California State University Trade Schools Students from the Class of 2018 are attending CSUF, SFSU, CSUSM, CSUSB, CBU, GCU & many more!!!
University of California (UC) & California State University (CSU) The Requirements: Must Meet A-G Minimums Do not just do the required Always do the recommended! Competitive! Must have a minimum 3.0 (UC) Must have a minimum 2.0 (CSU) Must take ACT and/or SAT with Essay Programs include: Bachelors of Arts/Science and credentials Masters and Doctorate
HBCU Historical Black Colleges and University HBCUs are institutions of higher education that were established before the Civil Rights Act of 1964 with the intentions of primarily severing the African-American Community. The HBCU Common App is one application that allows you to apply to 42 different HBCU
Other Postsecondary Options Private/Out of State Admission requirements, application process, tuition and fees vary. Use Common App and the Colleges websites for applications. Programs include: Bachelors of Arts/Science and credentials Masters and Doctorate Trade/Vocational Schools Visit each school's website for admission requirements and application information. Tuition and fees vary, can range from mid-high. Always check accreditation Programs include: Associate s and Bachelor s Degree Licenses and certifications
Community College- 114 Campuses! Programs: Vocational Certificates Associate of Arts/Science Transfer Degree Program Requirements: High school diploma and/or 18 yrs. Old Multiple Measures for Course Placement Senior Year Math & Financial cost: English class Low; CA College Promise Grant available (FAFSA) placement, Grades, EAP Scores, SAT, ACT and AP Scores
Military Need high school diploma Take ASVAB Test during Junior and Senior year Higher scores = Higher Rank/Position Score report evaluation session available Find a branch that meets your needs Talk to recruiters--october 29 at College/Career Rush! Connect with others (not recruiters) who have been part of that branch Don't enlist just for financial assistance; enlisting is a big commitment
What is your post secondary plan? Discussion Question: What s your why? Choose one person from each group to SHARE OUT! Corner 1: University Corner 2: Community College Corner 3: Trade School Corner 4: Military
Naviance College/Career Exploration Tools Scholarship Search College Document Submission Link Common App Video on main page Request Transcripts Resume Writer Login information: www.connection.naviance.com/sanjacintohs Username: Long student ID # Password: Pass2020 (capital P) **See Handout for other College/Career Planning Websites**
How Do I Pay? There is Financial Aid Available! **Senior Year Fill out your FAFSA or CADAA!!** Eligible for Grants (do NOT have to pay back), Work Study and Loans Higher Need = Higher Grant Amount Don t let the cost of attendance affect consideration of post-secondary plan
How Else Can I Pay? Scholarships!! Apply Apply Apply! Due at various times Scholarship Wall in Counseling Center Remind 101 Websites (see handout) Community Scholarship SJHS Website Portfolio (Senior Year) College-specific For SJHS Students ONLY! Situation-Specific Higher chance of being awarded Foster youth Veteran Dependent and others...
School Connectedness Get Involved!!! Sports Maintain 2.0 GPA Clubs Can find list of clubs and meeting times on counseling website Volunteer opportunities Find locations and keep track using form in the counseling center Community Service Hours 40 Hrs for 9th-10th!
Post-survey Please complete the POST-SURVEY for this lesson by using the link that can be found in your Google Classroom. https://tinyurl.com/2018ccmihpost
THANK YOU!!!