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College and Career Readiness

MCPS 9th/10th Grade Forums

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Agenda

Introduction to College/Career Center
College/Career Pathways

College
Apprenticeship/trades
Military

Career Search Websites

Uwannadu
Naviance Career Interest Profiler

How do you become a well-rounded student?

Briggs 16 personalities
Examples from a College Perspective

Q&A
Resources

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College & Career Center

Assistance with:

Reviewing College Admissions & Scholarship Essays
Reviewing Resumes
College applications
Scholarship Information
Financial Aid
Job listings, internship listings, or apprenticeships
Naviance

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Connect with your High School CCIC

Please click on your school for your College and Career Information Coordinator's contact information.

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QR Code for questions during presentation

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Virtual College Tours

You Visit - https://www.youvisit.com/collegesearch/

360 Experience
Virtual Reality
Search for schools by filtering

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Military Career Pathway

Why is the military a good career choice?

Beyond its call to patriotism and self-sacrifice, the Military attracts career soldiers because tangible rewards, such as salary, benefits and retirement, make being a soldier a worthwhile profession.

Can you choose what you want to do in the military?

Jobs in the Military is called a MOS, or military occupational specialty. ... If the job you want is not available, your only choices are to choose a different job, or not enlist if there is nothing else you prefer to do in the Military.

Does the military really pay for college?

Going to military right out of high school means you will not get a college education. ... Not only does the military pay up to 100 percent of college tuition while you serve on active duty, the military also offers the GI Bill (about $36,000) to use for college up to 10 years after leaving the service.

www.March2success.com

hhhhttps://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/careercenter/planning/career/militarycareers.aspx

https://www.studentdebtrelief.us/news/does-the-military-pay-for-college/

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What are some benefits to joining the Military?

A guaranteed paycheck and Cash Bonuses.
Education Benefits.
Advanced and Specialty Training.
30 days annual paid vacation.
Travel.
Option for full-time or part time service.
Tax-free room, board and allowances.
Health and Dental Care.

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Military Job Salaries

Does the military pay well?

Base pay for an enlisted service member in their first six months comes out to less than $20,000 per year. But troops earn increases as they advance in rank and gain experience. One of the highest ranking enlisted Marine, Sgt. Maj of the Marine Corps makes over $90,000 a year in base pay alone.

https://www1.salary.com/Military-Salaries.html

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-military-service-members-make-2019-2#e-1-20172-1

Job Title	Salary
US Air Force Military salaries - 22 salaries reported	$70,016/yr
US Air Force Military salaries - 15 salaries reported	$4,024/mo
US Army Military salaries - 15 salaries reported	$60,665/yr
US Navy Military salaries - 7 salaries reported	$60,048/yr

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Thomas Edison High School of Technology

Mr. Carlos Nalda, CCIC

Access Edison’s presentation here

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Career Exploration Tools:

http://uwannadu.com/default.aspx

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Career Exploration Tools Cont’d:

Naviance -- Career -- Explore

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What is a personality inventory?

Definition: A personality inventory is a self-assessment tool that career counselors and other career development professionals use to help people learn about their personality types. It reveals information about individuals' social traits, motivations, strengths and weaknesses, and attitudes.

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How does a personality inventory help me decide what to do with my life?

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Personality Inventory Results & possible career paths

Possibilities

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How do you become the well rounded student?

Challenging yourself academically

Honors Courses
AP Courses
Dual Enrollment
Early College
Attendance

Leadership Skills

Extracurricular Activities (sports, clubs, etc.)
Community Service
Jobs/Internships
Do you help out in your home?

Test Scores

PSAT’s help with preparing you for SAT’s
National Merit Finalists

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Examples of Applicants

What do you think was the decision of these applicants? (Admit, Delay, or Reject)

Student A:

4.2
1450 SAT
Captain of Science Olympiad, leadership in track & cross country as well as involved in several other extracurricular activities

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Examples of Applicants

What do you think was the decision of these applicants? (Admit, Delay, or Reject)

Student B:

3.9
28 ACT = 1340 SAT
2 C’s freshman year
2 sport athlete, captain and manager, 2 clubs, seasonal employee at local establishment, lots of community service hours

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Examples of Applicants

What do you think was the decision of these applicants? (Admit, Delay, or Reject)

Student C:

4.15
2 C’s junior year
1390 SAT
National Honor Society, cross country, one club joined during junior year

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Scholarships

Where can I apply for scholarships?

Apply through your College or Career School

Some colleges require a separate application. Be sure to note their deadlines!
Some colleges do not require a separate application. They will take your college application into consideration (some may require that you apply early action - Example UMD)

Apply with Applications provided by various Scholarship organizations:

Community groups, religious organizations, employers, individuals, professional & social organizations

MCPS Scholarship Search Resource

Be sure to connect with your HS College & Career Center to get scholarship information!

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Scholarship Resources

MCPS College & Career List of Scholarships Opportunities

MCPS College & Career List of Scholarship Opportunities - Minorities & Unique Populations

Maryland College Application Campaign (MCAC) List of Scholarships

More websites to explore:

Be sure to check your HS College & Career Website for Scholarship Information!