Explore Your Post-Graduation Options: College vs. Workforce vs. Military
Discover the diverse pathways after high school - from enrolling in college and understanding the differences between 2-year and 4-year institutions to joining the workforce or military. Unveil valuable insights on admissions, testing requirements, and resources to help you make informed decisions for your future.
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Senior Transitions 2022
GHS Counseling Center Mrs. Noell Mrs. McCall Mrs. Gibson A J, Counseling Coordinator K Z, Counselor Administrative Assistant Check our Website or Blackboard for updates (GHS Counseling is under the Organizations tab in Blackboard) Remind texts: @glenvar22
What is Your Plan after GHS? Enroll Employ Enlist
Enroll: College College Fair September 21 @ 6-8pm Salem Civic Center Flyers are in your Senior Folder What are Colleges Looking For? Grades Strength of coursework/rigor SAT/ACT Test Scores (check your school for test-optional status) Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities College Search Resources MajorClarity https://www.loom.com/share/25e2fb13af68472485a3a53d7a2c0a05 MajorClarity https://www.loom.com/share/25e2fb13af68472485a3a53d7a2c0a05 https://www.loom.com/share/25e2fb13af68472485a3a53d7a2c0a05
College: 2 Year Vs. 4 Year 2 Year 4 Year Virginia Western Guaranteed Admissions Complete degree in ~2 years (Associates Degree) Enter workforce or Transfer to a 4-year college Application Process Admissions options Testing (optional for many) ACT SAT Compare ACT and SAT Test Score Optional List Complete degree in ~4 years (Bachelors Degree) Can go on to Graduate School or workforce ACT SAT Compare ACT and SAT Test Score Optional List Test Score Optional List
2-year college Example: Virginia Western Community College (or other school in the Virginia Community College System) Students can earn: Certificates for employment An Associates degree to transfer to a 4-year college or enter the workforce Students can apply for CCAP (Community College Access Program) October 1 February 1 Not guaranteed; based on financial need
Examples: University of Virginia, Radford University, Roanoke College, Virginia Tech, and many other in-state and out-of-state colleges Student can earn a Bachelor s degree to enter the workforce or continue their education. Some colleges require the SAT or ACT standardized tests as part of the application process. Please check your colleges for more info. Admissions requirements search 4-year college
College: How to Apply Understand Admission options Application requirements Student should review Admissions requirements for each college carefully and develop a plan early in the fall. Create a checklist unique to each college so that you don t miss details and deadlines. Put important dates in your cell phone calendar. Letters of Recommendation Give 2 weeks notice and email a resume to your recommender (teachers, Counselor, etc) include deadline date Class Rank and GPA updates at the end of each year Application Fee Waivers You could qualify if you attend the College Fair or college campus visits, or if you qualify for Free and Reduced lunch. See here. Transcripts You will need to request an official copy of your transcript at time of application, and again at the end of the year to the college you plan to attend.
Requesting Transcripts Fill out & turn in the College Application checklist (green sheet) Login to your Parchment account Use the account created with your registration code provided by Counselors You can request transcripts at any point during the application process. We will only process them when we have a College Application Checklist on file. We will not process requests for unofficial self-view transcripts due to FERPA. If you need an unofficial copy of your Transcript, please use the copy we mailed home in September. If Dual Enrolled, send VWCC transcript (using Parchment)
Financial Aid Info Meeting Hosted at GHS in the Cafeteria October 4 @ 6:00pm College: Paying for It Free Application for Federal Student Aid studentaid.gov studentaid.gov Opens October 1 First-come basis, plan to complete by October 30 FAFSA Check GHS Counseling Blackboard page for scholarships Scholarship search engines (fastweb.com, studentscholarships.org, cappex.com/scholarships) Scholarships
Virginia Western American National University Lincoln Tech - Nashville Auto Diesel Wyotech Automotive, Small Engine Building Newport News Apprenticeship School UTI Universal Technical Institute Apprenticeships/Journeyworker Trade or Technical School Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Apprenticeships through Roanoke County Schools
Military ASVAB October 6, 2021 during 1st block Sign up in Counseling Center Choose a branch U.S. Air Force U.S. Army U.S. Marine Corps U.S. Navy U.S. Coast Guard Meet with a Recruiter Make sure it s the right fit!
Employment Job Shadowing/Internship/Apprenticeship Volunteering Develop a strong resume, have teachers review it Certifications BCAT: NOCTI, A++ Applications typically online; fill out professionally Interviewing Skills Virginia Employment Commission Employment Agencies (Ex: Elwood Staffing, Express Employment, Randstad Staffing) Great way to try out careers without a lot of commitment Many companies do not have an HR department, so they rely on staffing agencies to help fill positions on a temporary, seasonal, or permanent basis.
We will meet with students individually for 10- 15 minutes to discuss post-grad plans Senior Interview What to bring? Questions & ideas about post-graduate plans Seals you might qualify for: Early College Scholar, Governor s Seal, Seal of Biliteracy, Civic Seal, Advanced Math & Tech, CTE Seal. See next slide or VDOE s website
Diploma Seals Governor s Seal: Advanced Studies Diploma 3.0 GPA 9 transferable college credits Forms on Blackboard. Due by Dec 1 Governor s Early College Scholar Certificate: Meet Governor s Seal Requirements with 15 transferable college credits Signed ECS Agreement on file CTE Seal: Standard or Advanced Studies Diploma; and Prescribed sequence of courses in CTE Concentration (see Counselor); and Maintain B average or better in those courses (A or B in each). STEM Seal: New as of 2019 Standard Diploma or Advanced Studies Diploma and satisfy all Math and Science requirements for the Advanced Studies diploma with a "B" average or better in all course work, and successfully complete a 50 hour or more work-based learning opportunity in a STEM area, and Satisfy all requirements for a Career and Technical Education concentration (see Counselor), and pass one of the following: a Board of Education CTE STEM-H credential examination, or an examination approved by the Board that confers a college-level credit in a STEM field Continued next slide
Diploma Seals Forms on Blackboard. Due by Dec 1 Civics Seal Standard or Advanced Studies; and Complete US History and US Government with a B or higher in each; and Have good attendance (less than 22 days missed in 4 years); and No discipline (no Detention, ISD, suspension); and Complete 50 hours of voluntary participation in community service or extracurrilar activities: Volunteer for charitable or religious organization (serve the poor, sick, or less fortunate); or Boy Scout, Girl Scout, similar; or Participate in JROTC; or Political campaigns or government internships; or Boys State, Girls State, or model general assembly; or Or participate in school sponsored extracurricular activities that have a civics focus; OR Any student who enlists in the US Military prior to graduation shall be deemed to have met this community service requirement. Turn in completed application (available in Blackboard) *It is the student s responsibility to inform their Counselor of seals they think they qualify for by Dec 1
Senior Folder Contents Release of Information return SIGNED Senior Information College Fair flyer College Application checklist Remind.com sign up NACAC Admissions options Parchment registration code Major Clarity worksheet to be done during class
