ALUMNI IN RECRUITMENT HIGH SCHOOL VISIT TRAINING

Adopt a High School o Types of visits o Contacting the school to set-up a visit o Arrival and registration o Conversations o Follow-up

Types of Visits o Lunchroom visit o Hall visit o Guidance Counselor visit o Students o Counselor only o Classroom visits*

Setting Up a Visit o Call the school’s Guidance Department o Ask what types of visits they offer o Set a date and time for visit o Ask if there are any specifics you should know

Arrival and Registration o Look for visitor parking o Enter through main doors and buzz into the building o Report to main office o Bring driver’s license in case it’s required for entry o Make your reason for visit known o Sign in and wear nametag/visitor pass if required o Ask for directions to your destination of visit

Conversations o Students and Counselor o Hand out viewbook and inquiry cards o Talking points checklist o Answer questions o Encourage student to apply (fee waived!) o Collect applications and inquiry cards

Conversations Continued o Counselor or Administrator only o Review Guidance Counselor Packet o HS Evaluation sheet o Talking points checklist o Answer questions o Ask for a HS profile sheet

Follow Up o Complete evaluation sheet o Send in evaluation sheet along with: o Inquiry cards o Applications o Leftover materials o Send a thank you card to the school o Follow-up with Admissions Counselor on specifics and outcomes o Continue relationship with high school