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Junior Year

Career Planning

Anderson High School

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Counselors

Mrs. Black A-D

Mr. DeLotell E-Le

Ms. Terwillegar Lf-Ri

Mrs. Maxwell Rj-Z

Mrs. Sandmann

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Each year at a glance

Self Discovery – 9^th Grade

Learn what your interest, skills, work values are

Research – 10^th Grade

What careers match your career assessment results
What you see is not always what you get

Planning and Empowerment – 11^th Grade

How can you get the training needed for that career

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Flipping the College Decision Making Paradigm

Video

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What We Hope You Learn Today...

What Schools/Training Programs are Looking for in Applicants

How to Research Schools/Training Programs

Campus Visit

ACT and SAT Testing

Special Factors to Keep in Mind

Extended Opportunities

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TALK ABOUT HONORS DIPLOMA

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Where Do You Stand?

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What Schools/Training Programs are looking for in applicants…

GPA - Cumulative
ACT/SAT Scores
Score Optional
Coursework and Rigor
Leadership
Service and School/Community Involvement
Social Responsibility
Special Talents and Skills
Diversity of All Kinds
Work and Internship Experience
Soft Skills

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Campus Visit /Job Shadow

Why Visit Prospective Colleges? (size, fit, distance, diversity)
Prepare your questions for Admissions Representatives
Visit a School’s Admissions Webpage to view what tour and visit options are available for prospective students
Virtual Tours

Please make sure to pick up or print off the “College Visit Form” (Schoology) before visiting a college!

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Campus Visit Form

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College Rep Visits!

Meet with your local reps to learn more about colleges

During Lunch (no sign up needed!)

Meeting dates & times are posted in Schoology
Come with your questions!
Visit the college website prior to your visit!

Good fit? All girls school?

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Three “Types”

of Schools

Safety School - Community College (Regional) or State School, GPA/test scores above the school average
Good Fit School - GPA/test scores match
Reach School - “Go for it!” school

Xello is a great place to start!

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Tool for Researching Your Post-Secondary Options…

Xello

Activities in Advisory:

Choosing a College
Career Demand
Entrepreneurial Skills

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State Funded ACT - February 25, 2025

You MUST bring your own pencil & calculator!

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The Scoop on Test Scores - ACT and SAT ...

• Which test should I take?

• How many times should I take it?

• What do schools do with my score?

• What about the writing portion?

• Is the ACT or SAT the only number that really matters?

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Ways to Prep for the ACT and SAT

October 22nd - ACT Prep Day
Schoology Groups for ALL subject areas
Rigorous Coursework
Prep Books (Purchase at any bookstore, borrow from the public library)
SAT – KHAN Academy
Private Test Prep Providers
Ohio Department of Education - FREE Practice ACT tests!
TorchPrep Sessions at Anderson starting in January - sign up at torchprep.com

There is no one way to prep, you must find what works best for you!

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Where do I register?

ACT - www.actstudent.org
SAT - www.collegeboard.org

School Code = 360945

*** See your counselor if you need assistance

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Special Factors to Keep in Mind

Social Media and Your Digital Footprint. Do you have a“professional” email address?

You're Being Tracked (Phone Calls, College Fairs, Email Communication, Visits, etc.) - Demonstrated Interest!

Paying for college - research the cost, what does applying for financial aid look like? Start talking to your family.

Look for Enrichment Opportunities on Schoology, Emails, etc.

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So What’s Next???

See “Planning for College” folder in Schoology

Creating A Solid Post-Secondary Plan Requires Time and Effort!

Remember plan for your career then determine the path needed for that

career.

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FHSD College & Career Fair

Monday September 30th

Nagel Middle School

Breakout Sessions: 5:30-7:00

5:30 p.m. — College Admissions Rep Panel

5:30 p.m. — Financial Aid Session

6:15 p.m. — Work Force Rep Panel

6:15 p.m. — Financial Aid Session

College Fair: 6:30-8:00

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Post Secondary Opportunities Represented at the fair….

Colleges
Apprenticeship/Certification Opportunities
Careers
Military Representatives
Cosmetology Schools
Design/Fine Arts Schools

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Community Service

Remember to log your hours on Innerview! You will get awards that you can list on your resume and college applications
Innerview instructions are in Schoology in the “Counselor Connection” group

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CCP - College Credit Plus

College Credit Plus is Ohio's dual enrollment program that provides students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to earn college and high school credits at the same time by taking courses from Ohio colleges or universities.

Student & Parent must attend the mandatory CCP Meeting Late Winter - Date TBD
If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about CCP, talk to you counselor in your upcoming Junior Meeting!

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The time is now!

Join the Group!

Schoology Group

“Counselor Connection Grades 9-12” group

9H7H-W9S7-75ZBJ

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ADD A SLIDE ABOUT HONORS DIPLOMA

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Add info about pictures from McIntyre and ordering cap and gown

Then talk about Senior One Stop

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The End!

Thank You!

Remember your School Counselors are here to help!