1. Senior Information Night December 2015 Michael Jones – Advisor

2. Suggested topics Post-high school goals SATs Paisley Graduation Requirements Selecting college / trade school / job / military Financial aid / scholarships Applications Deadlines Degrees / transferring schools Student Living Options

3. Senior Checklist 1.Talk to the guidance office (fall) 2.Take the SAT/ACT/TOEFL (fall/winter) 3.Submit college application(fall/winter) 4.Submit FAFSA application (winter) 5.Submit OSAC application (winter/spring) 6.Submit Daly application (winter/spring) 7.Apply for other financial aid (winter/spring) 8.Apply for student housing (winter/spring) 9.Pass all grad requirements (by graduation)

4. Paisley Public Charter School Grad Requirements 2014-2015 Paisley School District English4 Math3 Science4 Social Studies4 Health1 PE1 SL/Art/Career3 Senior Portfolio.5 Electives5.5 Total26

5. Essential Skills 1.Read and comprehend a variety of text (CCSS Test) 2.Write clearly and accurately (CCSS Work Sample) 3.Apply Math – all credits at Algebra I or higher. (CCSS Test) Personalized Learning Requirements: – Education Plan and Profile (Senior Portfolio) – Extended Application (Senior Portfolio) – Career-Related Learning Experiences (Senior Portfolio) – Career-Related Learning Standards (Senior Portfolio) Requirements for Graduation in 2015

6. Essential Skills Required Read and comprehend a variety of texts Apply mathematics in a variety of settings Write clearly and accurately Use technology to learn, live, and work Listen actively and speak clearly and coherently

7. Essential Skills continued. Demonstrate civic and community engagement Think critically and analytically Demonstrate global literacy Demonstrate personal management, and teamwork skills

8. Education Plan and Profile The education plan and profile: 1 Road Map - of progress and achievement towards goals 2. Compass that assist the student to stay on course.

9. EDUCATION PLAN Required Elements : Describe personal, academic, and career interests. Describe personal, educational, and career goals (short-term and long-term). Identify “next steps” requirements following high school completion and steps for successful transition: 2-year, 4-year college or university, career school, apprenticeship, workforce, military Plan courses and learning experiences that support the student’s interests and goals, including: opportunities for meeting academic standards, essential skills, technical knowledge and skills, extended application, and participation in career-related learning experiences.

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