FLASHCARDS

24 cards (SAT included!)Format: – definition, – 2-3 synonyms, – sentence, – picture

Grading: 1 pt. each / 24 pts. total• Missing 1 section: - 1/2• Missing 2+ sections: -1

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FLASHCARDS

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decadence

The (1) angry boy, a bit (2) too insaneIcing over a secret painYou know (3) you don't belong

You're (4) the first to fightYou're way too loudYou're the flash (5) of light (6) on a burial shroudI (7) know something's wrong

Well, everyone I know (8) has got a reasonTo say put the past (9) away

(10) Wish you would step back from that (11) ledge, my friendYou could cut ties (12) with all the lies that you've been living in(13) And if you do not want to see (14) me againI would understand, I (15) would understand

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“LETTER TO ME…”

Letter to future-self in letter format answering a minimum of 10 sample topics.Grading: 25 pts.

• Format: 6 pts.; • Content: 15pts.; • Presentation: 4 pts.

“Grades Pointless…” Article

SUMMARY: – Colleges are less interested in your GPAs

since it could be an inaccurate picture of you

– Many recalculate your information to score you with their criteria

• Concerned with grades in major subjects (English, Math, History, Science, Language)

• Looks for success in challenging classes (CP, AP)

– HS GPA not used in ranking colleges

COLLEGE ADMISSION

IMPORTANT CRITERIA: Desire: How badly do you want to get in to this school/program? Standardized Tests (SAT, ACT) Grades in major classes Extracurricular Activities

(sports, clubs, organizations, church, community, student govt., etc.)

Letters of Recommendation Communication Skill (college

essay)

RESUMES: A professional picture of

who you are now

RESUMES & COVER LETTERS

DEFINITION: well-written documents that list your work experience, skills, and educational background. They are used as marketing tools for job-seekers that sell yourself to get an interview!

• Resumes - list form• Cover Letter - paragraph/letter

form

RESUMES &

This is your real FIRST IMPRESSION since it is your first contact with the employer. They both must be:

• Concise• Honest• Neat & Professional• Grammatically correct• Accurate & Up-to-date• BRAG!

– Emphasize YOU

RESUMESCONTENT :

– Knowledge/Education – Work Experiences (paid and unpaid) – RELEVANT Skills

» CPR, public speaking, computer proficiency, languages, etc.

» NOT age, health, photo, likes/dislikes. – Accomplishments, Awards

» Do you follow through? Work hard?» Motivation - can you set and achieve goals?

– Extracurricular Activities / Organizations » shows your personality - will you fit in there?

RESUMES & DESCRIPTIONS

Under education, work, volunteer, and extra curricular activities, you can offer descriptions & details to describe in detail. You should:– Use short phrases (No “I”… just content)– Start with action verb– Separated by a colon (;)

Sample Description for Teacher: – Designed and organized lesson plans;

reinforced materials to students; communicated with parents

RESUMESUsing the “Action Verbs” sheet when you write your descriptions/responsibilities can make you sound more professional and accomplished.

INSTEAD OF SAYING… TRY SAYING…Ran the cash register Managed the cash registerCut grass Maintained/Restored lawnsFiled paperwork Processed/Organized paperwork

Took CP classes Enrolled in CP classesI’m always on-time Dependable, punctual

RESUMESNow, you try! Using the “Action Verbs”sheets,

rephrase these accomplishments to make them sound more professional and accomplished.

*SELF-DESCRIPTIONS I want to do well

I get a lot done

I work well with others

RESPONSIBILITIES: Refilled shelves

Answered phones

DESCRIPTIONS & STRONG ACTION VERBS

NOW, YOU TRY!– Babysitter for Smith Family

– Employee at Burger King,

RESUME BRAINSTORMDIRECTIONS: Brainstorm all of your activities that fit each category. Remember to have 2 descriptions under the stared areas.

» Education

» Work Experiences (paid and unpaid)

» Volunteer Experiences

» Accomplishments, Awards

» Extracurricular Activities / Organizations

» RELEVANT Skills (ex. CPR, public speaking, computer proficiency, languages, etc.

RESUME BREAKDOWN

Categories to include in your resume:» Education

» Work Experiences (paid and unpaid)

» Volunteer Experiences

» Accomplishments, Awards

» Extracurricular Activities / Organizations

» RELEVANT Skills (ex. CPR, public speaking, computer proficiency, languages, etc.

RESUME BREAKDOWNCapitalize ALL proper nounsUse 2+ descriptions with past tense action verbs for work, volunteer, clubs/org

• Ex. maintained records; monitored employees;

Sports – add descriptions if special• Varsity letter, MVP, captain, etc.

Education – may include classes and honors under the description

• Enrolled in CP classes; earned high honor roll

TYPING RESUMES

4. Click through tabs to add information to your resume.

2 descriptions under work, volunteer, & extracurriculars/clubs

1. Follow the directions in your packet to create a portfolio on “CareerCruising.”

2. Edit Profile to add personal information

3. Click on “Employment” and select “Resume Builder”

RESUME DIRECTIONSFollow the directions in your packet to log on to Career Cruising and type your resume.

Type at least 2 descriptions under work, volunteer, and activities/extra curricular

• Do NOT use the word “I” in your descriptions and start descriptions with strong Action Verbs

DESCRIPTION EXAMPLE FOR WORK: Wegman’s Employee:

Managed cash register; restocked product; supervised co-workers training; maintained cart returns