Welcome and Thank You For Attending

 My name is…  I would like to introduce everyone in the room.

 Let me tell you a little about myself.  Who am I? What defines me? What positive characteristics and personality qualities do I have? ▪ Documents: Academic Resume, Personal Statement, and Cover Letter  How did I become the person I am today? What struggles, challenges, and obstacles have I overcome in high school and my life and what have I learned about myself along the way? ▪ Documents: Personal Statement and High School Reflection Essay  What are your dreams for the future and what skills and qualities do you have that will help you in the future? ▪ Documents: Post High School Plans Essay, Personal Statement  WHAT EVIDENCE DO I HAVE IN MY PORTFOLIO THAT I CAN USE DURING THIS SLIDE TO SUPPORT MY STATEMENTS?

 Have you done any volunteer community service?  Explain briefly: what did you do, who did it serve, and what did you learn about yourself and your community along the way? ▪ Document: Academic Resume, certificates, or other evidence of service,  Did you have an after school job or work experience?  Explain briefly: what were your duties and what did you learn about yourself and the working world along the way? ▪ Documentation: Evidence of work experience (paystubs, uniform, pictures etc.)  Did you do any extracurricular activities such as sports or clubs?  Explain briefly: What sport(s) did you participate in and what did you learn about yourself and the community along the way?  Documentation: Academic Resume, other evidence of participation (certificates, trophies, awards etc.)

 What 3 items do you have to share and why did you pick them?  They need to be from different subjects; ▪ They can be posters, projects, PowerPoints, papers, tests, art, photos, demonstrations, etc.  One of your items needs to have a research component (w/ bibliography).  Schoolwork Example #1: Explain what it is, what class it comes from and why you selected it. How does this show your growth as a learner?  Schoolwork Example #2: Explain what it is, what class it comes from and why you selected it. How does this show your growth as a learner?  Schoolwork Example #3: Explain what it is, what class it comes from and why you selected it. How does this show your growth as a learner?

 Explain your future plans.  Why is the best plan for you?  How has your pathway, the choices you have made, and the metamorphosis you have undergone in high school prepared you to be successful in this plan?  How are you going to financially support yourself in this endeavor? ▪ DOCUMENTS: Career Cruising, Post High School Plan, Goals Sheet, Letters of acceptance (college, workforce, or military), FAFSA, scholarships, etc.

 Ask your panel  Do you want me to explain anything more clearly?  Do you have any additional questions?

 Thank your guests for attending.  End with an inspiring quote or image.  Put up any mascots or images of your college or future plans to leave them with a “cherry on top.”  Go back and personalize this PowerPoint so that it is more personal, easy to read, and professional. Also, insert any appropriate images and animations as needed.