Navigating Schoolinks
From where can you access Schoolinks?
Common App
What is a career you can have that you don't need to go to college for?
administrative assistant, electrician, choreographer, hairdresser, esthetician, firefighter, military, MANY MORE
What are the three areas that school counselors focus on helping students?
academics, career, and social/emotional
What school does Miss Rister go to?
The Ohio State University
Under what tab can you explore different colleges?
Colleges
True or False: no colleges today require students to submit their test scores for admission consideration.
False
What do people major in during college if they want to be a lawyer?
criminal justice, political science, history, finance, economics, philosophy, criminal law, corporate law, etc.
What are some things school counselors do?
Talk with students individually, classroom lessons, small groups, talk with teachers, talk with parents or other staff, scheduling, etc.
How long has Mrs. G been the school counselor at GCCS?
15 years
Under what tab do you enter your community service hours?
School
What is one thing that Schoolinks can help you do in terms of applying to college?
College exploration, request transcripts, request letters of recommendation, and save colleges you're interested in
What is the difference between a job and a career?
job - something you do to earn money, can be long-term or short-term.
career - long-term professional journey that is based on your passions/interests.
True or False: school counselors in charge of discipline?
FALSE
BONUS!! 2 truth's & a lie with Mrs. G!!
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Under what tab can you find employment opportunities near you?
Careers
Name at least 2 things that colleges look at when consdiering a student for admission.
Transcript, letters of recomendation, involvement in community, involvement in school (extracurriculars), test scores, personal statement/essays.
what are some careers that require MORE than a college degree?
doctor, lawyer, psychologist, counselor, veterinarian, chiropractor, speech pathologist, social worker, MANY MORE
Things you tell your school counselor are confidential. What does that mean?
Where did Mrs. G get her Masters in School Counseling from?
The Ohio State University
Under what tab & category can you find extra assessments?
Activities --> assessments
What is the name of the financial aid form that students fill out to be considered for need based scholarships from their state and univeristy?
FAFSA
what is a unique career that you know of?
Mrs. G and Miss Rister will determine if your answer is unique
What is the difference between a school counselor and a guidance counselor?
guidance counselors role's are focused more on vocational guidance, scheduling, and working with students.
School counselors have to hold a masters degree in school counseling, and help students with academic, career, and social/emotional concerns. They also work with students, admin, teachers, parents, & others in the community.
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