lifestyles activity draw three things you would like to have when you are older
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LifestylesWhat 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?
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?
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
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
CollegeImportant 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
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
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
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
Art School
Offers programs for students who are interested in the following areas:
Fashion merchandising and design
Graphic design
Photography
Advertising
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
Military
5 branches
Army
Navy
Marines
Coast Guard
Air Force
For information regarding joining the military, visit your local recruiting office.
Each branch has a different, local recruiting station
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
Heading into the Workforce
Job Average Yearly Salary
Office Clerk $29,410
Restaurant Cook $21,774
Retail Salesperson $24,223
Truck Driver $34,618
Carpenter $36,889
References
20 Jobs You Can Get With a High School Diploma . (n.d.). Jobs & Job Search Advice, Employment & Careers | Careerbuilder.com . Retrieved December 4, 2011, from http://www.careerbuilder.com/Article/CB-1252-Job-Info-Trends-20-Jobs-You-Can-Get-With-a-High-School-Diploma
Month. (n.d.). College Enrollment and Work Activity of 2010 High School Graduates . U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved December 4, 2011, from http://www.bls.gov/news.release/hsgec.nr0.htm
The SAT/ACT Fact Sheet. (n.d.). The SAT/ACT Fact Sheet. Retrieved December 4, 2011, from hsalaredo.org/highschool/SAT-ACT%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf