1. Green High School Student Services (330) 896-7545 Junior Information Night 2015-16

2. 3E GOAL Every senior leaves GHS: Employed, Enlisted, or Enrolled SO NOW WHAT?...

3. EXPLORE OPTIONS 1. 4-Year College 2. 2-Year College 3. Technical Schools 4. Vocational/Trade Schools 5. Apprenticeships 6. Military 7. Employment

4. FALL & SPRING “TO DO” LIST 1. Career & Education searches 2. College a. ACT or SAT b. Campus Visits c. College Fairs d. College Cost 3. Military a. ASVAB (Military Exam) b. Contact Military Recruiters 4. Apprenticeship Programs 5. NCAA Clearinghouse

5. #1 CAREER & EDUCATION SEARCH Employment  OhioMeansJobs.com  OhioMeansSuccess.org College  www.BigFuture.org Apprenticeships  jfs.ohio.gov/apprenticeship/ Military  TodaysMilitary.com

6. #2 COLLEGE: ACT/SAT Take the ACT or SAT: a. For college classes next year: December and/or February b. NOT doing college classes next year: April or June Registration procedures: See websites on checklist Use GHS school code: 365-140 Some colleges require scores be sent directly to them from ACT/SAT (ex. Ohio State, Cincinnati, Miami Univ.)

7. Differences between ACT and SAT ACTSAT Math, Science, Reading, English, Writing Critical Reading, Mathematics, Writing NO penalty for wrong answers: ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS Penalty for wrong answers: DO NOT GUESS Based on School Curriculum (more than SAT) Based on critical thinking and application Writing section is optional – Remember Granito quote Writing section required ACT classes offered (see guidance)No SAT classes offered here

8. CAMPUS VISITS & COLLEGE FAIRS Start research now on bigfuture.org Attend fall and spring college fairs See Student Services website and posters for future fairs OCTOBER 6 TH 6:00-8:00pm Canton Civic Center Schedule campus visits for Spring & Summer Junior Days Group Visits Personal Visits Contact the admissions office to schedule your campus visit

9. COLLEGE COST Do not rule out schools because you believe they will be too expensive. Many times, after you receive scholarships and grants, public and private schools end up with a very similar cost. 2-year branch campuses then transition

10. #3 MILITARY ASVAB test (see Junior Checklist) Contact Recruiter  Available during lunch periods  TodaysMilitary.com Access more information on their websites

11. #4 APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES Many opportunities to learn a trade jfs.ohio.gov/apprenticeship/ Can make a good income

12. MEDIAN INCOME SAMPLES Ironworker$61,150Police Officer$55,400 Electrician$49,420Medical Assistant$27,620 Pipefitter$40,920Chef$36,150 Carpenter$40,500Prob. Officer$45,120 Insurance Agent$48,490Firefighter$42,420 Landscaper$54,560Cosmetologist$21,200 Pharmacy Tech$26,740Construction Laborer $38,480 Surgical Assistant$40,000Dental Hygienist$62,000 Median incomes from www.ocis.org

13. #5 NCAA/NAIA Clearinghouses determine athletic eligibility at the college level. If you plan to participate in a sport, that is an NCAA or NAIA school, this online application is a requirement. Apply after your senior year schedule is set. There is a fee to process your application.

14. GETTING READY FOR SENIOR YEAR COLLEGE CREDIT PLUS: CCP See Junior Checklist SENIOR INTERVIEWS Review your transcripts to make sure you are on track for graduation Discuss career & education plans

15. CREDIT CHECK 4x4 4 English 4.5 Social Studies 4 Science 4 Math Health ½ credit PE (or waiver) 1 Business Elective or Foreign Language or Fine Art 23 Total Credits PLCC 4 English 3.5 Social Studies 3 Science 4 Math Health ½ credit PE (or waiver) 1 Business Elective or Foreign Language or Fine Art 23 Total Credits

16. STUDENT SERVICES WEBSITE www.greenlocalschools.org/GuidanceDepa rtment.aspx www.greenlocalschools.org/GuidanceDepa rtment.aspx Links that will prepare you for your senior year (on checklist as well)

17. CLOSING Junior Checklist  CCP If you want a copy of this PowerPoint, it will be on our website One College Steps magazine per family  Start Junior year and carries into senior year Questions