1. Parents Information Meeting Gill Pert Careers Adviser Preston Lodge High School

2. My work with senior pupils Options open to school leavers Planning ahead, information and resources How to contact me

3. Preston Lodge High School – S5-S6 Careers lessons for S5 & S6 Careers Drop In – Tuesday lunchtime in the Learning Zone from 1.15-1.45pm Parents Evenings One to one Career Planning Interviews

4. Preston Lodge High School Higher Education – University Further Education – College Employment / Training Gap Year or Voluntary Work

5. Every pupil must do the following - Research – find out what’s out there Prepare – have a plan and work to deadlines Closing dates – check these carefully Be realistic – can you achieve the entry requirements, do you have skills/experience? Back-up plan – this is essential

6. Preston Lodge High School Sources of Information: Higher Education Convention – 31 Aug & 1 Sep 2010 University and College Open Days “Opportunities” Jobs Fair – 7 & 8 March 2011

7. Preston Lodge High School Useful Websites: Careers Scotland – www.careers-scotland.org.uk PlanIT – www.planitplus.net UCAS – www.ucas.com College and University Websites

8. Preston Lodge High School How To Contact Me: Telephone – 0131 665 3120 or 0131 653 1029 Email – gill.pert@sds.co.ukgill.pert@sds.co.uk Complete a “Contact Card” (available in Guidance Base) or ask your Guidance Teacher