1. Begin with the End in Mind
Class of 2022
Begin with the End in Mind

2. Talk the Talk
Post Secondary Workforce Readiness(PWR): at the end of high school will you be ready to _________________

3. Talk the Talk Grade Point Average (GPA): 0-4: unweighted 0-5: weighted
Honors 4.5 (A)
AP 5 (A)
Work Ethic, Values, Life Experiences

4. Talk the Talk Individual Career and Academic Plan ICAP
How are you preparing for what happens after High School: academics, athletics, extra curricular activities, work experience, community service, leadership

5. Talk the Talk Coronado Graduation Requirement Credits:
1credit for every class you pass with a D or better
46 total to graduate
Algebra 1
Biology
Demonstrate Proficiency of content on Standardized Test
ICAP
Post Secondary Requirements
Most post secondary pathways (4 year College) will require more than the minimum grad requirements.
Prepare for ACT/SAT and other entrance exams

6. VS
In Middle school you had conversations around your interests and possible careers that aligned with those.
In high school you need to dig deeper and put your ideas about your future into action
Needs: the basic necessities in life
Wants: what you would like to have in your life in addition to basic needs
How hard are you willing to work to make your wants a reality??

7. Needs vs Wants Needs Wants Shelter Smart Phone Food Car Transportation
Health Insurance
A paycheck
Wants
Smart Phone
Car
Nice Clothes
House
Vacations
Family/Partner
In Middle school you had conversations around your interests and possible careers that aligned with those.
In high school you need to dig deeper and put your ideas about your future into action
Needs: the basic necessities in life
Wants: what you would like to have in your life in addition to basic needs
How hard are you willing to work to make your wants a reality??

8. Self School Career Values Needs Wants 4 vs 30 years Success
Work Ethic Paycheck
Wants
Needs
Values

9. Quick Reality Check
If your Current grades/credits were your income. . .
A: $30.00 per hour
B: $22.00 per hour
C: $10.00 per hour
D: $8.23 per hour (minimum wage 2015)
F: $5.00 per hour (poverty)
Could you SURVIVE!!!! Would your “needs” be met and what “wants” could you obtain?

10. Post Secondary Options
Associates Degree
2 years
Community College (PPCC)
Bachelors Degree
4-5 years
College (UCCS)
Military Academy

11. Post Secondary Options
Professional Certificates
2 year schools
Trade Schools
Apprenticeships
Skills
Military
Air Force
Marines
Navy
Army

12. The time is now! Continue to think Big! High school will get you there
Set yourself up for greatness