Organizing My Applications

12.2.1

Do Now:

Directions:

Log into the Platform and access this week’s lesson.

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Scroll down to the bottom of the page, until you see the Google Doc. Tilt your computer forward so I know you are ready to start class.

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Key Takeaway

Understanding the steps and resources necessary to complete my post-secondary applications will help make the process easier for me!

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Whether you go to college, a vocational program,

the military, a service program or the workforce -

you will have to meet deadlines!

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If you stay organized, you will be able to put yourself in a good position.

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What strategies do you currently use to stay organized?

(such as in getting homework done or showing up on time)

Accessing Resources

On the phase checklist (where you write your weekly message),

you will see application resources.

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Use these resources as supports in completing your applications. Reach out to your mentor for additional support!

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Information I Need to Know

Quick Tips:

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• Your name should be the one used on your legal documents

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• Let your college counselor know if you do not have a social security #

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• It’s OK if you only have information for one guardian

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• Ask your guardian(s) to share their highest level of education

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• Household size = how many people live in your home, including yourself

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Information I Need to Know

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Information I Need to Know

You should include at least

2-3 extracurricular activities on

your applications.

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You will need to provide a

brief description of your participation + the following information listed here.

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Hints: Copy/paste descriptions from your resume & use the Extracurricular Guide for support

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Work Time: Researching Deadlines

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Use the next 5 minutes to research the deadlines for your post-secondary applications. Write the dates down on your worksheet.

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Hint: You can Google “<program/school name> + application deadline”

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Mentor Connection

1. Share your high and low from this week with your mentor.

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My high from this week was…

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My low from this week was…

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2. What is your earliest application deadline (make sure to share the program’s name)? How are you feeling about meeting this deadline?

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My first application is due on _____ for _____ program/school.

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I am feeling ____ about meeting this deadline because…

Extend - Tracking My Passwords

For each application you work on, you will need to create a username and password!

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Keeping track of this information is very important.

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1. Think about WHERE you want to store your information (ex: on your google drive, in a notebook).

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• Think about HOW you want to organize your information.

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• Get started! Create your password tracker and start to fill it out.

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Example Password Tracker: