2. Credit requirements for Graduation 25 credits Total
4 Classes of English
4 Classes of Mathematics
4 Classes of Science
4 Classes of Social Studies
2 PE
1 Health
1 American Global Business Econ.
1 Music Appreciation
Electives
Graduation project

3. Post-Secondary Options
Technical College
Career Training School
Two-Year College
Four-Year University
Military
Apprenticeship
Employment

4. Preparing for college in 10th grade
PSAT’s (October Junior year)
Begin a resume
Stay involved with clubs, sports teams, jobs, and volunteer work
Begin looking for scholarships
Attend College/Career Fairs (listen to the announcements!)
Tour College Campuses
Start to become familiar with college entrance requirements
Keep your grades up!!!

5. College Websites
The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity.
you're looking for information on finding the right university for you or how to prepare for tests like the ACT, SAT, or GRE, Peterson's provides the facts and info you'll need to make an informed decision.
Find Colleges and Scholarships
Discover the schools and neighborhoods that are right for you.
Scholarship search
WOW…scholarships, monthly newsletters and SO MUCH MORE!

6. I don’t know what I want to do…
The O*NET Program is the nation's primary source of occupational information. Valid data are essential to understanding the rapidly changing nature of work and how it impacts the workforce and U.S. economy.
The College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity.
Myfuture.com helps young adults plan their next steps in life by bringing together the most recently available information about colleges, careers and military service opportunities from the U.S. Departments of Commerce, Defense, Education and Labor.
Mapping Your Future is a nonprofit organization committed to helping students, families, and schools navigate the higher education and student loan processes
Sign up to create your customized pathway to College and Career readiness.
Where to Next?

7. Getting ready for the workforce
Center for Workforce Information & Analysis’s (CWIA) mission is to produce and provide timely, objective, and credible workforce and economic statistics and analysis to help our customers make informed policy, business and career decisions that strengthen Pennsylvania’s economic security.
Explore occupations by keyword (take an interest inventory, learn about wages, outlooks, training programs, compare multiple occupations, search for and apply for jobs)
Search for JOBS, virtual job shadow, assess YOUR career readiness, improve interview skills and explore military and civilian jobs.

8. Helpful educational tools
- studying help
- homework help
Education YouTube- homework/study help
Continue to use your learning styles to your advantage
(if you need to know your learning style, make an appointment with your counselor OR take the quiz at:
styles.shtml

9. Other things to be aware of (Emotional Intelligence)

10. Guidance Office Information
GOOD LUCK!!!
Guidance Office Information
Mrs. Curry *3103
Guidance Secretary
Ms. Zluchowski *3106
A-L Surnames: 9th and 10th grade, career bound Juniors & Seniors
Mr. Seely *3108
M-Z Surnames: 9th and 10th grade, career bound Juniors & Seniors
Ms. Melito *3107
A-Z Surnames, College Bound Juniors & Seniors
(Select “High School”, then “Guidance”)