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Mrs. Morgan: A – EMrs. Morgan: A – EMrs. Jensen: F - LMrs. Jensen: F - L

Mr. Regester: M - RMr. Regester: M - RMrs. Johnson: S – ZMrs. Johnson: S – Z

What your Counselor can do for You!

• Academic advising and graduation planning

• Career planning (what do you want to be when you grow up?)

• Personal counseling• Post-high school options: exploration and

help with planning & getting enrolled• Come to the Counseling Center and Mrs.

Weeks, the Counseling Secretary, will show you how to make an appointment.

How do I meet with the Career Specialist?

• Ms. Garrett is available in the Career Center Monday-Friday, 8:30 – 3:00p.

• Feel free to come in to the Career Center if you just have a question, want to check out the material, or to make an appointment with Ms. Garrett.

NAV 101• Navigation 101: Advisory period• Clear, careful, and creative

planning for life beyond high school• Student led conferences in the

spring• Bring 1-1/2” binder to next advisory

on October 18

So what do I need as a minimum to graduate?

• All students must earn 22 credits:

– 3 years of English– 2 years of Math– 3.5 years of Social Studies* * Including WA state history– 2 years of Science– 1 year of Occupational Education– 2 years of PE/health– 1 year of Fine Arts

• All students must also pass the Reading, Writing, Math and Science sections of the WASL, successfully complete a Culminating Project, and the High School & Beyond plan.

High School & Beyond Plan

• Completion of this material is a graduation requirement and is done in Advisory.

Culminating Project• A final research based project completed

during your senior year.– Information will be given to you through your

Advisory.

Making the Most of your Time in High

School• Your freshmen year matters! • High School is the foundation for your future

career . . . typically, the more you learn, the more you can earn.

• Explore your options take IB (International Baccalaureate) classes, music/drama/art, & vocational electives.

• Keep as many doors open as possible.• Plan for your future and be purposeful!• Maintain rigor through all 4 years.

Post High School Options

• Go directly into the workforce after graduation (on-the-job training)

• Military (enlist, ROTC, academy)• Apprenticeships (work while learning a

trade) • Specialty/Technical School (2-year college

program in a specific trade/career area)• Community College (Get an AA degree and

go to work or transfer to a university)• 4-year College (Bachelor’s degree or more)

The Power of Education• Dental Assistant: Needs 1 year of

training from CC, makes about $13.42/hour or $27,901 year.

• Dental Hygienist: Needs at least 2 years of training from a CC, makes $27.27/hour or $57,790 year.

• Dentist: Needs BA degree and DDS in dentistry, makes $64.11/hour or $133,350 year.

Skilled jobs and Education

• Carpenter: HS diploma, on the job training, makes $17.71 or $36,840.

• Drywall installer: HS diploma, apprenticeship, makes $23.48 or $46,960.

• Construction manager: Bachelor’s degree w/internship, makes $34.24 or $71, 210.

Even a little education can make a big difference

• Fast food clerk: HS diploma or GED, on the job training, makes $7.51/hour or $15,590 year.

• Chef: HS diploma, 2-4 years in culinary program, makes $15.38/hour or $32,040– A chef can earn more than twice as much

money with a little bit of training.

Freshmen Survival Skills 101

• Now that I know what I need to do to prepare for my future, how do I increase my chances of success?

• Let us share our top ten tips for making the most of your freshmen year.

#1 Respect yourself and others

• Always give your best effort.• Be honest and trustworthy.• Be tolerant of others.• Be kind.

#2 Choose your attitude

• You can decide how you want your day to go.

• Be positive!• More energy is wasted on being

angry or critical.

#3 Develop decision making skills

• How can I solve my problem?• What is the best solution? Look at

all your options.• Choose an approach and work

through it.

#4 Be resilient

• The world can be a hard place. • Keep trying even if you fail.

– You’ll never make any of the “shots” you don’t take.

• Get up when you get knocked down.

#5 Learn to Communicate

• Ask for help when needed (friend, family, teacher, counselor, etc.).

• Avoid the “drama” in the halls.– Check with the source rather than

just believing the rumor!• Be bold - tell people what you

need.

#6 Choose your friends wisely

• Are your friendships healthy?• Do your friends support you in positive

ways?• Do you have the same goals, values,

and ethics?• Avoid peer pressure that encourages

you to do things that you don’t believe are right or good for you.

#7 Develop good work ethic

• Complete assignments on time.• Study for tests.• Work with your friends when you

can.• Plan ahead to keep up with

workload.• Do your best.

#8 Attend School

• Be present in both body and mind.• Remember that it can feel overwhelming

to get caught up after you’re gone. • Check for the work you missed while you

were gone.• See your teachers as soon as you get

back from an absence. Make a plan to turn in the work you missed.

#9 Take advantage of opportunities

• Get involved, be a part of something.• Run for class officer positions.• Join a Club or Athletic Team.• Volunteer

– In the community, through KEY Club or National Honor Society, or help with class projects.

These are all great ways to meet people!

#10 Get organized

• Learn how to manage your time.• Learn how to prioritize tasks.• Do the hard stuff first and save the

easy stuff for later.• Being organized equals less stress

in the end - AND you get more done!

School ResourcesWhere do I go if…

• Sick• Pay a fine• Athletic clearance form• Lunch account balance• Parent newsletter• Copy of my schedule• Access code to use the computer

Drug/Alcohol Information

• Mr. Duey Brawley’s office is located in the Student Services area. He is at Capital HS all day Wednesday & Thursday, and on Friday until 12N.

• If you are concerned about yourself, a friend, or family member, please stop by and meet Mr. Brawley.

Thank you for your time and attention!

• Come by and see your counselor if you have questions, want help with your 4-year planning, or even to say hello!

We’re here to help you!