Graduation Requirements 4 credits of English 4 credits of Math (3 classes) 3 credits of Science 4 credits of Social Studies 1 credits of Physical Education 0.5 credit of Health 1 credit of 21 st Century Skills/Applications 7.5 credits of electives Graduation Project 25 Total Credits
Next Year’s Schedule……. MAKE SURE ALL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS HAVE BEEN MET! All Seniors must take British Literature and Civics/Government. Consider electives carefully! Math is a must! Subject relates to career interest Subject will be helpful at the college level Dual Enrollment/AP courses
TESTING SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) 3/9, 5/4, and 6/1 SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Keystone Exams
Planning for the future…… Job Market Career Assessment Test Career Assessment Test Researching requirements of the trade Certification? Apprenticeships? Taking necessary classes (High School and beyond) Resume building Experience Interviewing Job Shadowing Part-time employment
Planning……. Post Secondary Take the SATTake the SAT Develop a wish list Identify schools based on list Visit schools in the spring/summer Narrow Choices Apply as early as possible in the senior year!
The Visit Scheduling A Visit Open House Open House Individual Tours First-impression Questions to Ask Places to see Follow-up “Thank You”
The Application Process Online applications vs. Paper Applications Deadlines Rolling Admissions/Early Decision/Regular Admission The ESSAY Resume/Activities List Letters of Recommendation
Financial Aid….. Where does the money come from? The Government FAFSA FAFSA PHEAA The Institution Scholarships High School National and Local Scholarships National and Local Scholarships Senior Awards Senior Awards Scholarship searches Scholarship searches PARENT/GUARDIAN!!! Watch out for scams!
SAT registration: School information: Career and College Planning: Financial Aid: