Grade 10 - Making the Most of High School
Curriculum Objectives
Goals
- Provide academic support and advising
- Explore career options
- Explore postsecondary options
- Provide financial aid information
- Learn about money management
Assessment and Goal Setting
Objective: Set goals for the year
Activities:
- Review of transcript
- Goal Setting
Academic
Objective: Advise students how to prepare academically for postsecondary education.
Academic Activities:
- Academic Advising for Grade 11
- Four Year Academic Planner
- College Admissions Requirements
Study Skills Activities
- Barsch Learning Inventory
- Study Skills Assessment
- Test Taking Tips & Strategies
Career Exploration
Objective: Assess student career interests.
Activities:
- Personal/Career Inventory
- Fastest Growing Jobs
- Specific job information
College Exploration
Objective: Explore student postsecondary education options.
Activities:
- How Prepared For College Are You? (3 critique worksheets)
- Major Myths About College Selection
- College Search - Common Mistakes
- How to Make the Most of a Campus Visit
Money Management Workshop
Objective: Inform student of basics of money management.
Financial Aid
Objective: Inform student about financial aid.
Activities:
- Financial Aid Quiz
- Myths About Financial Aid
Personal
Objective: Encourage & aid student to achieve personal best in high school
Activities:
- Time Management
- Are You Stressed?
- Coping With Stress
- You Are Unique
- Motivation: Internal or External
- Beyond the Classroom: Participating in Extracurricular Activities
