Social Emotional Learning (SEL)
What is it called when you understand how someone else feels?
Empathy
What is one important skill for managing your time effectively?
Using a planner/calendar, prioritizing tasks, etc.
What is a budget?
A plan for how you spend and save your money.
Who are the staff that can support your transition to high school?
Casey (Advisor) and Jesse (Grad. Specialist), Mrs. Carden, Mrs. Carpenter, Mr. Duarte, Mrs. Maple, etc.
Name a community college, university, or trade/vocational school in the state of Washington?
What’s one way to manage stress in a healthy way?
Deep breathing, talking to someone, physical activity, etc
What does it mean to be assertive?
Communicating confidently and respectfully without being aggressive.
What's the difference between a savings and a checking account?
A checking account is like a wallet you keep at the bank—you use it to spend money, pay for things, or get cash with a debit card. A savings account is where you keep money you’re trying to save for later, and the bank usually gives you a little extra money (called interest) for keeping it there.
What are two things you can do to set yourself up for your future?
Participate in extracurricular activities, have a high GPA, and/or complete a job shadow, etc.
What are options that you have after high school graduation?
Community College, University, Military, Trade/Vocational School, Apprenticeships, and on-the-job training.
What is self-awareness?
Knowing your own emotions, thoughts, and values and how they affect your behavior.
What is one of the three steps for effective decision making?
1.Identify the decision
2.Consider options
3. Make a choice
What does “interest” mean when saving or borrowing money?
Money earned or paid for using/saving money over time.
What is a resume?
A list of jobs you worked, classes you have taken, and education/training you have received, other accomplishments/recognition you received, etc. This is a record of why you are eligible for a job/college/scholarship/professional opportunity.
What are 3 things committees look at when students are applying?
High School transcript, Test scores, Essays, Extracurricular activities, Letters of recommendation, Interest in program, and Leadership qualities.
What does it mean to regulate your emotions?
Managing strong feelings, so they don’t control your actions.
What does SMART goal stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
What's the difference between a credit and debit card?
A debit card uses your own money from your bank account to buy things, kind of like using cash. A credit card lets you borrow money from the bank to pay for things, but you have to pay it back later—sometimes with extra money called interest if you don’t pay it back on time.
What does GEAR UP stand for?
Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for life after high school.
What can you go to Trade School to learn?
Electrical, Automotive, Computer and Information Technology, Culinary Arts, Cosmetology, Carpentry, and Healthcare.
How can active listening make a difference?
Open-ended
You're working on a group project but find other members aren't contributing. How do you advocate/assert yourself in this situation?
Open-ended
How does your spending habits affect your future?
It influences your ability to get loans, rent an apartment, buy a car/house, etc.
What support does GEAR UP offer?
Professional visits, career fairs, school conferences, academic counseling and advising, and tutoring.
How can you pay for college?
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), Scholarships, Loans, Grants, and Work-Study.