SMART Goals
What is a short term goal?
Accomplished in the near future (week, month, year)
Do you send an email without a subject line?
How many years of English are required for A - G?
4 years
Name 3 countries Ms. Clarisa has studied abroad in.
Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Brazil, Uruguay, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Jordan, Israel, India, Italy, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, France and Austria.
Name 2 colleges we covered during College of the Week.
Princeton, USC, OCC, CSULB
What does the A stand for in SMART goals?
A- Achievable!
Goals reasonably accomplished within a certain timeframe will help one be motivated and focused.
Why is phone etiquette important?
Although you might not be making a lot of calls right now, it’s important to know the correct etiquette. If it’s your first time talking to someone, this is also their first impression of you!
Is Physical Education (PE) part of your high school or A - G requirements?
High School
Does financial aid cover studying abroad?
yes!
When should you choose a major?
when you apply to colleges
community college
end of your sophomore year in college
you can change your mind!
What does the T stand for in SMART goals?
Time-based
Should you include a signature for an email? Yes or no and explain.
Yes! Should include name, title, phone number and email
How many years of a foreign language are required for A - G?
2 years
What are the three types of abroad programs?
1. Study abroad
2. Intern/work abroad
3. Volunteer abroad
What is one tip when it comes to picking a college major?
Find your passion!
Think about colleges when picking a major.
Carefully consider career advice.
Know how far your major will take you at the undergraduate level.
Pair your major with a useful minor.
Calculate possible salaries.
Name one way to stay organized.
Calendar, planner, or google sheets
What is the first step to take when you are going to call someone?
Identify yourself
Which Math class must you pass in order to graduate high school and also counts for your math A - G requirements?
Algebra 1
What is 1 pro and 1 con of studying abroad?
Pros: Cheapest option for traveling due to financial aid, Classes can be used for GE and major requirements, Immersion due to longer time
Cons: Requires time commitment and planning, It’s still school
What is a college major?
A structured program of study built around a particular discipline.
Is this a SMART goal? Yes or no and explain why.
I want to improve my grades.
No! It is not specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, nor time-based.
What is email etiquette?
correct behavior for writing and answering an email
Which topics in History are accepted for A - G requirements?
World history, US history, and Government/Economics
What are the 4 stages of culture shock?
honeymoon, anxiety, adjustment, acceptance
What is one step to finding a career path?
Make a list of your hobbies
Discover what you are good at
Identify Your Personality
Determine What you want out of a career
Talk to Industry Experts
Research the Job market
Discover your core values