11B 3.1
Introduction to the Post Secondary Landscape
Do Now: Which pathway(s) are you considering for after high school?
College (2-year or 4-year)
Certification/Vocational program
Work Force
Military
Service/Volunteering
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Key Takeaway
Exploring different post-secondary* options will help me find the best fit for myself!
Word Bank |
*Post-secondary = after high school |
My Life After High School
Pros?
Cons?
College
(2-year or 4-year)
Certification/
Vocational Program
Work Force
Service/
Volunteering
Military
What would make the pathway a strong option? What benefits does it bring?
What challenges might someone face as they are on the pathway?
My Life After High School
Pros?
Cons?
Work Time: Gallery Walk
Use the resource guide to learn more about the different pathways!
Every four minutes, your group will rotate to a new pathway chart, brainstorm + add your pros/cons
If you see a pro/con that you agree with,
put a next to the comment
College
Service/
Volunteering
Military
Pros Cons
Housing/food is paid for
Work
Force
Certification/
Vocational Program
Military
Cannot abandon your placement or you will face legal consequences,
possibly jail time.
Work Time: Pair Work
Use the resource guide to learn more about the different pathways!
With your partner, create a pro/cons list for each pathway.
Record your answers on your worksheet.
Military
Pros Cons
Housing/food is paid for
Cannot abandon your placement or you will face legal consequences/possibly jail time
Share Out/Debrief
College
(2-year or 4-year)
Certification/
Vocational Program
Work Force
Service/
Volunteering
Military
What is the biggest pro you identified for each pathway?
What is the biggest con you identified for each pathway?
My high point for this week is…., my low point for this week is…
What are the pros that you have identified for this pathway?
My top pathway is…. because…
The pros are…
I am worried about…
Mentor Connection
Extend
What is one new thing you learned about your mentor?
Which part of your mentor’s response did you really like? Why?