1. JMM Counseling Department 2014-2015

2.  All counselors are 9 – 12.  You are assigned by neighborhood and last name unless you are an ELL student.  Fox Amy Olson (A – O) Sherry Lucille (P – Z)  Rock Dan Maloney (A – O) Sherry Lucille (P – Z)  Wisconsin Joe Hamel (A- O) Len Mormino (P – Z)  Wolf Troy Arneson (A – O) Len Mormino (P – Z)  ELL Ying Vang

3.  Post High School Options  Admissions for Various Options  Financial Aid/Scholarships  Preparing Now for Post High School

4. MILITARYAPPRENTICESHIPS SPECIALTY SCHOOLS TECHNICAL SCHOOLS 2 YEAR COLLEGES 4 YEAR COLLEGES

5. GO TO WORK:  Earn $ right away  Experience  Explore Careers  Clarify Educational Goals  Save Money for College  Get Motivated  Low pay  Skills get rusty?  Limited Opportunities  Poor job security and benefits

6. DO AN APPRENTICESHIP:  Earn while you learn  Good pay/benefits  Little to no costs  High earning potential (remember the elevator operator?)  Limited career options

7. JOIN THE MILITARY:  No tuition  Many careers  Earn while you learn  Travel  6+ Branches  Bound to enlisted time  High risk

8. GO TO A SPECIALTY SCHOOL:  Classes just in your area  Many are 2 years  Usually small classes  Pay Tuition  Limited to 1 career field

9. GO TO A TECH SCHOOL:  Many programs  2 years or less  High income potential  Transfer to a 4 year  Great job placement  Low tuition/ Save $$  Get your game on without as many distractions  Some programs have waiting lists

12. GO TO A 2 YEAR COLLEGE:  Small classes  Low Tuition  Transfer to a 4 year (guaranteed transfer options)  Not all have housing options

13. GO TO A 4-YEAR COLLEGE:  2200+ Schools  Many majors  Many higher paying careers  4+ year commitment  High tuition costs  Not all majors lead to careers

14. HOLD YOUR BREATH…. TAKE A GAP YEAR! Possibilities: -Work- Appreciate the dollar -Travel- The further you go, the more you find yourself -Explore Careers and Programs -Mature -Internships -Volunteer -Get close to family

15. In 2011, the median of earnings for young adults with:  a bachelor's degree was $45,000  an associate’s degree was $37,000 (more with an apprenticeship)  a HS diploma was $30,000  no HS diploma was $22,900 National Center on Educational Statistics

16. Answer for each other 1 of the following: What post-secondary option was your first choice at this point in life and why? Or  What post-secondary option do you think your student is most considering at this point?

17.  JUNIOR YEAR IS THE TIME TO:  THINK!  ASK!  LOOK AT WEBSITES!  EXPLORE CAREERS (NOW)  VISIT PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS/CAMPUSES! (NOW)

18.  Coach?  Advisor?  CEO?Administrative Assistant?  Guide?  Secretary?

19.  KNOW YOUR STUDENT’S:  Strengths and Weaknesses  Interests and Values  Life Goals  Career Goals  Where will your student be in 5 years? 10 years? 2016 2021 2026

20.  Academics  GPA  ACT/SAT Score  High School Course of Study  Program/Career Area  What are your student’s favorite classes, hobbies, work experience, dream careers, etc.?  Hints: What do they like to naturally do when nobody asks them to? What are they curious about?

21.  Important details  Location  Size  Housing  Demographics  Activities, athletics, etc.  Length of program  How much does your student like school and how long will he/she be in school?

22.  Cost will be an important factor  Talk with students NOW  Examples:  MATC - $125 – 175/credit ▪ 12 credits is around $1500 (around $3000 for tuition for 1 year)  MIAD - $34,000/year  UW Richland - $11,000/year*  UW Platteville - $14,500/year*  UW Madison - $19,000/year* *includes tuition, room, & board

23. Add a step or 2 with each level of education Work Diploma Military Diploma + ASVAB Apprenticeship Diploma + Interview + Possible Exam + Possible Drug Test Specialty School Diploma + GPA + Possible ACT + Possible Portfolio/Work Experience + Possible Interview Technical School Diploma + Placement Exam 2 Year College Diploma + ACT/Placement Exam + GPA + Minimum Core Credits 4 Year College Diploma + GPA + ACT/SAT + Core Credits + Personal Statement + Possible Recommendations + Extra-curriculars

24.  UW Whitewater  3.20 GPA  21 ACT  3 years Math, Science, Social Studies  4 years English  UW MADISON  3.8 GPA  28 ACT  4 years Math, Science, Social Studies, English  2 years minimum World Language

25.  Colleges/Universities will look at many factors:  Extra-curricular, Service, Work, Talents, Statement, Letters of Rec, Leadership, Etc. Example from UW Systems  Admissions Process will Include:  an individual, holistic review of the applicant  a review of academic and non-academic factors  a consideration of the student's potential for success  a consideration of the student's ability to contribute to the educational environment

26.  Apply next fall but can start prepping now:  Build personal resume  Brainstorm personal statement ideas ▪ Example from UW Systems: Please tell us about the particular life experiences, talents, commitments and/or interests you will bring to our specific campus that will enrich our community.  Ask teachers this spring for letters of rec if needed

27.  Send transcripts through Parchment.com  Sign up at any time for your account

28.  Take ACT or SAT this spring  All students will take ACT with Writing on March 2015  Scores can count!  Register online for both tests  See your counselor for a fee waiver if needed (2 per test maximum)  Most Memorial students take the ACT and take it more than once

29. ACT Dates 2014-2015 Sept 13, 2014Feb 7, 2015 Oct 25, 2014April 18, 2015 Dec 13, 2014June 13, 2015 SAT Dates 2014-2015 October 11, 2014January 24, 2015 November 8, 2014March 14, 2015 December 6, 2014May 2, 2015 June 6, 2015

30.  Practice SAT test  National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test  Saturday, October 18 National Merit Explained ▪ 1.4 million students take the PSAT ▪ 8,200 become National Merit Scholars ▪ 15 – 25 Memorial students each year ▪ Some colleges will give free tuition just for being a National Merit candidate

31.  Financial Aid  Grants  Loans  Work Study  Need Based  January of Senior Year  Financial will be different for different institutions  More expensive the institution the higher the need

32.  Many different categories  Mostly found online  Student Services Bulletin  Fastweb.com  Meritaid.com  Local Scholarships  Application in December  Committee of all departments choose winners  Schools/Programs have school specific scholarships  check website, call financial aid office

33.  Division I & II schools require an NCAA Clearinghouse form to be filled out after the junior year.  Fill out online: www.eligibilitycenter.org www.eligibilitycenter.org  See your coach or counselor to discuss this if you plan to play Division I or II athletics.

34.   Fulfill graduation requirements  Fulfill entrance requirements  Take a rigorous course load  Keep your grades up  Consider AP or Youth Options for college credit  Take a minimum of 5 courses for athletic eligibility  Meet with college admissions counselors, military recruiters, etc, now to get more info

35. THANKS FOR YOUR TIME!