PCC Day.mp4

Quick overview of PCC Day, website, and recommendations for freshmen on steps they can take now to help with their college and career planning.

COLLEGE RESOURCES

Review information on how to select the right college and also how to get started with the college search process.

To take a virtual campus tour:

  1. Scroll down to "How Should I Choose the Right College"

  2. Click "Show Table"

  3. Click the link by the college you'd like to tour

Helpful resources to provide more information about all post-secondary options (colleges and careers), tips for freshmen on how to get started and plan for life after high school, and how to make the most out of your high school experience

BigFuture is a free college search tool through College Board (SAT) that helps students find colleges that are the right fit for them. Search for colleges all across the US based on specific interests, majors, location, size, etc. and see what colleges are the best fit for you!

How to Find Colleges That Are The Right Fit

Watch this quick video on how students can get started with their college search process.

RaiseMe enables students to earn scholarships throughout high school, starting as early as 9th grade, for doing all the things that best prepare them to succeed, whether that’s getting good grades, volunteering in the community or joining an extracurricular. Create an account to see how you can start earning scholarships to over 300 colleges in the US.

CAREER RESOURCES

Indiana Career Explorer provides a great, in-depth career assessment for all students. It's okay if students are unsure about what they want to do and this is a great resources to get started!
Log-in through Clever by using your PHS username and password: click log in, log in with Clever, search for PHS, and then log in with LDAP.

The Hendricks County Virtual Apprenticeship & Trades Fair was September 28th - October 2nd but the resources are still available on their website (link is above)! Browse through various industries ranging from architecture, aviation, cosmetology, and many more! Also, learn more about the educational opportunities provided by Ivy Tech and Vincennes University.

Area 31 Career Center provides PHS students the opportunity to get hands-on learning and real-world work experience to prepare them for colleges and careers after HS. Students also have the ability to earn college credits through their programs - this is a great opportunity for all of our students!

Next Level Jobs provides free training for Hoosiers in high-demand, high-paying fields including Health & Life Sciences, IT & Business Services, TDL, Advanced Manufacturing, and Building & Construction. Watch the quick video and also click the link above (in "Next Level Jobs") to learn more about this program and how students can receive free training for high-demand, high-paying careers!

Careers in health care are in high demand. If you are interested in this pathway, use this website to learn more about various health careers, required education/certifications, and salary information.

Another great resource to learn more about the construction trades - watch the video and click the link above to learn more about these opportunities!

MILITARY OPPORTUNITIES

US Service Academies.pdf

US Service Academies

Visit each website to learn more about the admissions and application process.

Watch this video to learn more about ROTC Programs and click the link above for more in-depth information.