2. Lifestyles Activity Draw THREE things you would like to have when you are older

3. Lifestyles What did you draw? Ex. Large house, nice car What kinds of jobs do you think you need to hold to earn the types of things you drew? How much money do you think you need to make?

4. College Does anyone know any jobs that require a college degree? Does anyone know any subjects that someone can major or minor in while attending college?

5. College Types of institutions Private, public, liberal arts Degrees attainable at these institutions Associate’s Degree: Two year degree Examples: Computer Specialists, Dental Hygienist Bachelor’s Degree: Four year degree Examples: Teacher, Nurse Master’s Degree: Bachelor’s degree + 2-3 years in a specialized field Examples: School Counselor, Clinical Psychologist Doctorate Degree: differs by program Examples: Surgeon, Doctor, College Professor

6. College SAT’s Standardized admissions test Combination of high school, extra curricular activities, grades, and SAT considered for college admission Hand out about SAT important information http://hsalaredo.org/highschool/SAT- ACT%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf http://hsalaredo.org/highschool/SAT- ACT%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf

7. College Important courses to consider 4 years of Language Arts 4 years of Mathematics Statistics, geometry, algebra, calculus 3 years of Science Biology, chemistry, physics 3 years of Social Studies Economics, geography, civics 2 years of World Languages Spanish, Latin, German, French Art Example: If you are interested in majoring in Biology, you would concentrate in the areas of science and math

8. College Statistics 68.1% of high school graduates in the United States attend college 6/10 high school students attend college The average earning, per year, with a college degree is $52,200 compared to a high school graduate’s average yearly earning which is $30,400

9. Vocational School Does anyone know of any jobs that require training from a technical school?

10. Vocational School Examples of jobs that can be attained with training from a technical school Welding, HVAC, Chef, Hair Stylist, Computer Technician Associate’s Degree is attained after completing some programs, including: Computer Technician, Medical Assistant

11. Vocational School Classes needed to be taken in high school Courses required for high school graduation Some high schools offer courses in graphic design, home economics, agriculture, wood shop, and other hands-on courses

12. Art School Offers programs for students who are interested in the following areas: Fashion merchandising and design Graphic design PhotographyAdvertising

13. Art School High school classes to consider: Computer classes Painting, drawing, sculpting Associate’s, Bachelor’s Degree programs are offered Examples of art schools in the area: The Art Institute of York Degrees in graphic design, fashion merchandising, etc. Academy of Art University

14. Military 5 branches ArmyNavyMarines Coast Guard Air Force For information regarding joining the military, visit your local recruiting office. Each branch has a different, local recruiting station

15. Heading into the Workforce About 25% of students are able to find jobs after graduating high school, without further education Some jobs one can hold with a high school diploma are: Construction workers, carpenters Office assistant, receptionist, clerks Customer service and sales Waitress/waiter, bartender Manager

16. Heading into the Workforce JobAverage Yearly Salary Office Clerk$29,410 Restaurant Cook$21,774 Retail Salesperson$24,223 Truck Driver$34,618 Carpenter$36,889

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