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"You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself
any direction you choose.
You're on your own.
And you know what you know.
And you are the one who'll decide
where to go."
Dr. Seuss
Where to Begin?
Where to Begin?
Look at some of the resources that will help you create goals for your future.
This is YOUR future, so why not guide the creation of your plans?
#future #Post-high-transition #nevergiveup
2018-19_college-guide.pdfLook over the college guide to help you begin preparing. There are grade by grade checklists that can help you prepare.
Look over the college guide to help you begin preparing. There are grade by grade checklists that can help you prepare.
Jordan School District has many provides many opportunities to participate in hands-on learning experiences such as working with animals, developing a business plan, teaching preschool children, assembling a computer, marketing a product, building a house, assisting a nurse in a hospital setting, or designing and building a robot to perform a specific task. You also have the opportunity to earn a credential prior to graduating from high school.
Part of being an adult is paying for your own expenses. Will your career support the lifestyle you want to live?
Click and find out...
Do you need additional training to enter the career that you want? Here is a list of colleges and training programs.
A BIG thing that you have to think about as you plan your life is EMPLOYMENT..
You know... having a job and a career. If you want to live independently, buy things, pay your bills, have car, a cell phone, a girl/boyfriend, you need to have money.
Did you know that you can get an Apprenticeship or On The Job Training? Check it out!
Mental health means having good ways to deal with your feelings and how to enjoy life, even when things are hard. Having a healthy mind and body are both very important. Everyone has good days and bad days. A bad day doesn't mean you have a mental illness, but you can still improve your mental health.
(https://walkinourshoes.org/)Economic Data
Economic Data
Is there a job in the field that you want to go into? How much will it pay me? What type of training or education do I need for it? Understanding economic data and making informed choices will help to make sure that you will be successful in the field you choose long-term.
Are you annoyed with your classes? Lost in a pile of homework? Stressed about your grades?
Are you annoyed with your classes? Lost in a pile of homework? Stressed about your grades?
Self-Advocacy
Self-Advocacy
Self-advocacy isn’t just about speaking up. It’s also about knowing what you want to do and how to go after it. Start by participating in your IEP. Ask your teacher to set time aside for you to talk about your concerns and how they can help you. If you don't make decisions about your life, someone will make the decisions for you.
Send me an email and I can help you prepare for your IEP or another meeting. brenda.cruz@jordandistrict.org
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