Purpose of Tech Lit at Auburn

1. Senior Tech Lit
MRS. BETH CUENI

2. Why am I taking Tech Lit as a Senior?
 Creation of the portfolio
 Student created
 Six items
 Resume
 Cover Letter
 References
 Transition Plan
 Project Sample (pictures)
 Project Summary (narrative)

3. How often?
 Every other week
 Each class has 15 schedules sessions
 We will use short weeks to play catch up
 The two weeks of every month are set aside for students to catch up from
11:35-12:35

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 Ms. Margaret Lynch
 Competency Profile
 Provided by your teacher
 Testing Results
 Web exam tests provided by your teacher
 Certificates and Awards
 Black box

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 graduation

8. What else is required?
 Participation in Senior Mock interviews - October
 Oct 25-27
 Need resume and references to be completed
 Use of the job board
 Students will also help to assemble the portfolios starting in January
 Register as an alumni of Auburn Career Center

9. Questions?
 What questions do you have for me?