1. Georgia’s Bridge Bill And why you care…

2. Georgia’s Bridge Bill  The General Assembly of Georgia enacted the BRIDGE Act House Bill 400 on May 20, 2010. This act was passed to ensure that Georgia’s 6th -12th grade students are aware of available career and postsecondary education options.  In other words, it is a law, and it pertains to YOU.

3.  This law helps students focus on life after school. High School Your Future What do you need to know to get where you are going? Bridge Bill

4. The Changing U.S. Workforce Unskilled 60% Skilled 20% Professional 20% Skilled 65% Unskilled 15% Professional 20% 1950 2007 National Summit on 21 st Century Skills for 21 st Century Jobs Why did Georgia pass this law? First reason ….

5. Second Reason  To increase the graduation rate, decrease the drop- out rate, and increase postsecondary enrollment rate.  Great goal!  Georgia wants to make sure all their students have a plan.  The goal is yours! We want to make sure that you have all the information necessary to reach your goal.

6. What that is fine and dandy; what does this mean for me?  High school students shall be provided guidance, advisement, and counseling annually that will enable them to successfully complete their individual graduation plans, preparing them for a seamless transition to postsecondary study, further training, or employment.

7. 9 th Grade - Expectations  Explore and investigate at least three additional occupations prior to the annual student/family conference. AgricultureArts & HumanitiesBusiness & Computer ScienceCulinary ArtsEducationEngineering & TechnologyFamily & Consumer SciencesHealthcare ScienceGovernment & Public SafetyMarketing, Sales & Services

8. 10 th Grade - Expectations  Have been made aware of “College Credit Now” programs. Duel Enrollment AP Classes Joint Enrollment

9. Job 4 year college 11 th Grade - Expectations  Make the connection between school and work by exploring and saving in their portfolios at least three possible choices of postsecondary institutions that match their Individual Graduation Plan. 2 year college Military Technical Training

10. 12 th Grade - Expectations  Identify your next step: college, military, apprenticeship, workforce (self reported). Let us know what you are doing. We will miss you!