SEL
What are the 4 SEL categories we are focusing on this year?
Growth Mindset, Self-Efficacy, Self-Management, Social Awareness
What is a resume?
A resume is a document showcasing your education, work experiences, and skills
What is a cover letter?
A cover letter is a letter addressed to an employer or hiring committee which explains why you want a specific job and how you are qualified for it.
By the end of 10th grade, what 3 items must you have completed in your advisory class?
Resume, Cover Letter, and a draft of the Senior Defense website
When is the last day of the mester?
December 15
True or False: Someone with a growth mindset would say that they can finish a five-paragraph essay on time even if they struggle with their writing because they believe they can do better with time, practice, and guidance from the teacher.
True
True or False: There are many different templates I can use to create a resume?
True
How many paragraphs are typically in a cover letter?
4
What grade do you conduct a mock interview with an industry professional?
11th grade or junior year
How many students are allowed to use the bathroom at a given moment?
If someone has a good sense of social awareness, they probably have a lot of what?
Empathy, sympathy, ability to feel other's emotions, ability to consider the perspective of others, or ability to understand where someone is coming from despite their differences.
A resume should be how many pages?
One.
How do you greet your reader?
To Whom it May Concern, Dear Hiring Committee, etc
Can you fail your senior defense?
Yes.
What happens if you enter class late?
You get a tardy pass from the office.
How can someone improve their self-efficacy?
Reflect, set goals, build emotional regulation skills, practice self-compassion, build a strong support system, ask for help, believe in themselves, or gain confidence through positive self-talk, practice, or reflection.
True or False: On your resume, you have to put your GPA?
True.
How do you properly end a cover letter?
By thanking them for their time, telling them how they can reach you and when, and closing with your full name.
Do you need to pass your senior defense in order to graduate?
Yes.
Are you allowed to eat in this class?
No.
What are some key components of self-management?
Time management, adaptability, accountability, decision-making, communication, motivation, goal-setting, self-awareness, problem solving
True or False: Employers only take about 6-7 seconds when looking at a resume.
True
True or False: Your cover letter must be specific to the company you are applying for. For example, if you are applying to both McDonalds and Starbucks you need two different cover letters.
True.
Who do you present your senior defense to?
A panel of teachers, admin, or staff members
What time does school end (except on Tuesdays)?
3:28 p.m.