2. Why am I taking Tech Lit as a Senior?
Creation of the portfolio
Student created
Six items
Resume
Cover Letter
References (three adults – start asking NOW)
Transition Plan
Project Sample (pictures START TAKING THEM NOW)
Project Summary (narrative)
3. How often?
Every other week
Each class has 15 schedules sessions
We will use short weeks to play catch up (Thanksgiving)
If you are absent, find out from either myself or another student what you
missed – DO NOT ASSUME that we did NOTHING!
4. What is a portfolio?
Designed to help you make a smooth transition to the next step after high
school
College
Work
Armed forces
Community college
5. Benefits of a Portfolio
Focused working plan for the future
Presents your strengths and marketable skills
Boosts your self confidence
Prepares students for the workplace
Provides you with a usable tool
6. Other items included
Superintendent letter
Provided by Mr. Brian Bontempo
Competency Profile
Provided by your program instructor
Testing Results
Web exam tests provided by your program instructor
Certificates and Awards
Black box
Certificates form home schools too!
7. Portfolio contest
Portfolios are judged at the end of the year
One winner from each class is selected
An overall winner is chosen and a prize is awarded during senior
ceremony.
8. What else is required?
Participation in Senior Mock interviews - October
Oct 24-26
Need resume and references to be completed by October!
Use of the job board
Students will also help to assemble the portfolios starting in January
Apply to Lakeland and CTAGS (Career Technical Assurance Guide) start to
memorize your Social Security Number (you will need it)
Take a WEB EXAM test (end of course exam APRIL)
Take a WORK KEYS test – measure work place skills FEBRUARY
Register as an alumni of Auburn Career Center
9. Here are some things to think about
College
As a junior you should be exploring areas of interests
You made a great start with this by selecting to come to Auburn!!
Spring semester of Junior year you should be visiting colleges
Fall of senior year, begin to apply to colleges
Spring of senior year, worry about scholarships, grants and loans