Skills you should learn before graduating High School

How to: Create a Resume

A resume is a document that shows a person’s career background and skills. A traditional resume consists of a professional summary, work history, and education sections.

Format:

  1. Set one-inch margins on each side of the page.

  2. Go for single or 1.15 line spacing.

  3. Use the legible font for a resume and keep it 11 or 12pt.

  4. Present your contact info in a separate resume header.

  5. Divide your document into easy-to-navigate resume sections.

  6. Describe your experience in the form of bullet points.

  7. Leave enough white space for a balanced resume layout.

What to include:

  1. Contact information: your name, phone number, email address, and optionally relevant social media handles, such as your LinkedIn profile. In most cases, leave your address off your resume.

  2. Resume profile: a short summary of your skills and proudest accomplishments. It tops your resume and serves as your job bio.

  3. Work experience: the meat and potatoes of your job application. It’s where you tell your career history. Your job titles, company names, duties, and years worked—these go into this section.

  4. Education on a resume: your school names, degrees, major/minors, and optionally—GPA plus relevant coursework.

  5. Resume skills: job-related skills that may be of value to your prospective employer. According to statistics, a well-crafted key skills section can boost your chances of getting a new job by 59%. Include soft skills and hard skills.

For more information: zety.com/blog/what-is-resume#:~:text=A%20resume%20(also%20spelled%20r%C3%A9sum%C3%A9,work%20history,%20and%20education%20sections.

HS Resume Examples.pdf

How to: Study

Top 10 Study Skills for High School Students

  1. Manage Your Time Wisely

  2. Organize

  3. Identify How You Learn

  4. Is There a Better Way to Study?

  5. Catch Some Zzz’s

  6. Attend Class

  7. Ask Questions

  8. Make Study Groups

  9. Hone Those Writing Skills

  10. Study Outside

Read more about each skill:
www.campusexplorer.com/college-advice-tips/C6CA1844/Top-10-Study-Skills-for-High-School-Students/

Tips for Successful Students.pdf

How to: Write an email

A list of ideas to keep in mind before you begin writing an email

  1. Address your reader with respect/ be formal

  2. Use the appropriate email address

  3. Make sure your subject line is simple and straightforward

  4. State the reason for your email

  5. If necessary, explain attachments or have a solution to a problem

  6. Close with courtesy

  7. Proofread carefully

  8. Allow adequate time for a reply

For more information and examples:
cv.sduhsd.net/documents/Counseling/Student%20Resources/HowToEmailYourTeacherTips.pdf

How to: Leave a voicemail

Leaving a well spoken, informative and cohesive message shows you are professional

  1. Leave your full name and a contact number

  2. Speak Clearly

  3. Keep your message short and simple

  4. Leave the date and time you called, along with the best time the individual can call you back

  5. Explain the reason you are calling in one message, and explain what you need the recipient to do

For more information: www.thebalancesmb.com/leaving-a-professional-phone-message-2533540

How to: Address an Envelope

It's important to put the addresses in the correct spots on the envelope so the postal workers' can efficiently sort and deliver the mail.

The address you are mailing to should be written as follows:

  1. Recipient's name

  2. Business's name (if applicable)

  3. Street address (with apartment or suite number)

  4. City, State and ZIP code (on the same line)*

  5. Country*

The return address should be written in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope.

  1. The return address is not a requirement on all types of mail. However, omitting a return address prevents the USPS from returning the item to you if it is undeliverable. (examples damage, postage due, or an incorrect address)

  2. Some classes or types of mail do require a valid return address.

The stamp or postage is placed in the upper right-hand corner of the envelope.

For more information and examples: www.luther.edu/mail-center/envelope-package-addressing/

What are Credit and Debit Cards?

Debit cards allow bank customers to spend money by drawing funds they have deposited at the bank. Credit cards allow consumers to borrow money from the card issuer up to a certain limit in order to purchase items or withdraw cash.

Debit cards:

Debit cards deduct money directly from your bank account.

Debit cards usually offer few or no associated fees unless users spend more than they have in their account and incur an overdraft fee.

Credit cards:

Credit cards give you access to a line of debt issued by a bank.

Cardholders agree to pay the money back, with interest, according to the institution's terms.

How to: Manage your Credit Score

Your credit score—a three-digit number lenders use to help them decide how likely it is they'll be repaid on time if they grant you a credit card or loan—is an important factor in your financial life. The higher your scores, the more likely you are to qualify for loans and credit cards at the most favorable terms, which will save you money.

What factors are used to determine your Credit Score:

  1. Payment History

  2. Credit Utilization

  3. Length of Credit History

  4. Types of Credit Used

  5. Recent inquires for Credit

Please refer to video below for more details regarding the above information.

For more information about improving your Credit Score: www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/credit-education/improving-credit/improve-credit-score/

How to: File your taxes

Steps to File a Tax Return
Before starting, determine if you need to file taxes.

  1. Gather your paperwork, including:

  2. Choose your filing status. Filing status is based on whether you're married or single.

  3. Decide how you want to file your taxes. The IRS recommends using tax preparation software to e-file for the easiest and most accurate returns.

  4. Determine if you are taking the standard deduction or itemizing your return. The new tax law increased the standard deduction but eliminated some other types of deductions.

  5. If you owe money, learn how to make a tax payment, including applying for a payment plan.

For more information:

www.irs.gov/help/ita/do-i-need-to-file-a-tax-return

www.usa.gov/file-taxes

money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/taxes/articles/heres-what-to-know-about-filing-taxes#:~:text=For%20taxes%20on%202019%20income,they%20earn%20more%20than%20$24,400.&text=Many%20tax%20experts%20recommend%20filing,you%20need%20to%20or%20not.

How to: Open a Bank Account

Determine what type of bank account you need, checking or savings.

A checking account is a bank account you can write checks from, or access several other ways, which tends to make it your go-to, daily transaction bank account.

A savings account is where you stash funds that you aren't ready to use yet, often with the goal of accumulating more

Checking and Saving 101 Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ku52Pb7fFT8&list=PLvQzIHSy2yPQiFilnlX8YfhI8O7GWsjln&index=1

How to Open a Bank Account:

  1. Choose a Bank or Credit Union.

  2. Visit the Bank Branch or Website.

  3. Pick the Product You Want.

  4. Provide Your Information.

  5. Your Financial History.

  6. Consent to the Terms.

  7. Print, Sign, and Mail (If Required)

  8. Fund Your Account.

Read more about each step: www.thebalance.com/how-can-i-easily-open-bank-accounts-315723