Why is education important to ‘at risk’ middle school students?

Graduation Incarceration

Why is education important to ‘at risk’ middle school students?

Graduation Incarceration

Why is education important to ‘at risk’ middle school students?

Graduation Incarceration

What do students need to learn to be successful in their lives and community?

• "Most teens will grow up to be responsible citizens and leaders.

• But some youths face very long odds against reaching adulthood physically safe, behaviorally sound, and economically self-supporting.

• Based on survey results the ''Y” generation is not geared to greed: teens have a keen interest in helping those people, especially in their own Community... are willing to work towards peace and a healthy world.

• Surveys show 1/3 to 1/2 of adults in the U.S. Workforce would choose a different kind of work if they had the chance. – "Perhaps a reason for this is that young

people who are about to enter their working lives are often not aware of the options, and also may not recognize their own special strengths and gifts that they bring to a job or profession” pg 7.

• Questions: What jobs do teens want? – Doctor 10%, – Teacher 8% – computer 6% – athlete 5% – Lawyer 4% – vet 4% – Engineer 3% – Chef 3% – Musician 3% – Military 3% – Mechanics 2% – Unemployment = 4%

• unemployed are sick, substance abusers or in prison • what is it in 2008?

Academic Skills for College

Academic Skills for Careers

Extracurricular Activities

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Preplanning• Chamber of Commerce• Pinellas County Economic

Business Development • Sample business letter• Sample survey questions

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Career Interests• Setting Goals

– Short term– Long term

• www.facts.org

Selecting Local Business• 33755 zip code• Business letter

– Why did they want to learn more about that business

– Survey included

Student Reflections on Business SelectionStudent Name

Company Selected Business Based on Career Interest

Alex G. Bonski Productions

I chose an independent artists, writers, an performer [company] because the I love to perform, act, and sing.

Nicole P. Animal Health The reason why I choosed the Animal Health Care is because I knew since I was 5 I wanted to work with animals. My first animal was abused before I got her and when I I got to know her I thought, how could anyone do that? So, I want to help them.

Allysa L. Animal Health Care

I chhose that business because I like to help animals. I have to see animals sick and not okay. I love dogs and other animals.

Amy M.*selected two businesses

Portrait PhotographersSN Design

I love taking pictures and people tell me I take really nice photos of myself and others.I love making creative designs and making special advertisements and making something move from plain to insane.

Derrick L. Greenwood Rec Center

I chose the recreation center because it’s close to my house.

Jalanika W. Whitson Law I always wanted to be a lawyer and I like to help people and give them second chances.

Tara R. 7th Heaven Hair Salon

I wanna get in the business and become a cosemotologist.

www.facts.org

• With FACTS.org, you can: Determine career objectives

• Evaluate high school progress • See high school course summary and grades • Learn about higher ed opportunities in Florida • Apply to college online • Choose the right major • Access college transcripts and grades • Track progress towards college graduation

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Family Influences• Who is our family? • What is their level of

education?• Where do they work? • What does your family want

you to accomplish with education and career?

Family Employment• Thank you card to family

employer for helping our class by completing the survey.

High school choices, career interests, parents education level

Student Name Closest High School Interests Parents Edu. Level

Derrick LargoCountryside

Performance, film Mom: temp. jobsDad: ? (miami)

Rachel DunedinCountrysidePalm Harbor

Performance, track, modeling, step, basketball Mom: CHS secretary, massage school now

Gabe DunedinClearwater

Mechanics, culinary, business Mom: 2 years collegeDad: 8 years college

Javonte Largo Business, sports, design Mom: nursingDad: construction

Marcus CountrysideTarpon Springs

Barber, chef Mom: in college nowDad: College

Waltesha E. Mom/Diagnostic Clinic

Allysa L Clearwater Country Clu

Sarah Olive garden?

Survey Discussions • Small Group

– Share responses– Compare/Contrast– Relate school expectations

and procedures to real world

Building our Chart• Individuals can compare all

responses at a glance• Builds business community

background information

High School Survey• Who knows what high

school they want to attend?• How are you making that

decision: – Closest to home– Family member goes there– Specific program

• Academic • Sports• Other

High School Research• Students must use the

internet to research high schools• Using Powerpoint • Designing a poster

• Fast facts• Academic• Extracurricular • Statistics• Photos

Magnet Program and Career Academies

Student Name High School Application &why High School Acceptance

Nicole P. Tarpon HSCareer Academy: Vet Academy

Dominicka H. 21st Century Teaching AcademyAt Largo High

Allysa L. Clearwater International BusinessTarpon HS: Vet

Jalanika W Palm Harbor University Medical: Peditrian, basketball

Waltesha Palm Harbor University Medical (but mom wants CHS)

Brittny H. Gibbs Performing ArtsPalm Harbor University Medical

No – GibbsYes – Palm Harbor

Sarah Tarpon Vet Academy No

Student Research on High Schools

Powerpoint Posters

Student Research on High SchoolsPowerpoint

Posters

Student Research on High Schools

Finance Park: Living in the Real World

Creating a budget Balancing the checkbook

Case Study: Derrick L. Case Study: Rachel C.

Amy M. Brittny H.

Nicole P. Waltesha E.

Message FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT Dr. Clayton M. Wilcox

“Regardless of your child’s present career aspirations, we offer dozens ofgreat options that will fit his/her needs – from advanced informationtechnology to architectural design, from building technologies toautomotive technologies and a host of other specialized programssuch as: business applications, communication studies, criminal justice,world-class culinary arts, engineering and robotics, environmentaltechnology, finance, gifted studies, graphic arts, international culture andcommerce, international studies, mass media, marine science, medicalprofessions, performing arts, teaching arts, sciences and technology, andveterinary science.”

http://www.pcsb.org/magnet/files/PIN-011%20Magnet%20Bro.pdf

MAGNET PROGRAMSMagnet programs are housed at traditional schools and provide a widerange of educational opportunities with very specialized curriculumssuch as international baccalaureate, center for the arts, advancedtechnologies, wellness and medical, and advancement of the sciencesand technology. Students enter magnet programs through theapplication process. Some magnet programs have eligibility criteria.Visit www.pcsb.org for more information. Arterial bus transportationto and from magnets is provided by the school district.

• CENTER FOR WELLNESS AND MEDICAL PROFESSIONS Palm Harbor University High School

• CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY at Pinellas Park High School

• PINELLAS COUNTY CENTER FOR THE ARTS (PCCA) at Gibbs High School

• 21ST CENTURY LEARNING CENTER AND TEACHING ARTS ACADEMY at Largo High School

CAREER ACADEMIESCareer academies are four-year programs designed to blend a student’srequired academic courses with the career technical program of theacademy. Career academy programs prepare students for:• National/industry certifications• PTEC, two-year college or university• Entry into their chosen careerThere is no minimum GPA required for admission to a career academy;however, a student’s discipline record must not reflect any seriousmisconduct. Students enrolled in an academy must maintain a 2.0 GPAto remain in the program. Arterial bus transportation to and from careeracademies is provided by the school district.

• ACADEMY OF ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN AND BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES at Dunedin High School• CAREER ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL CULTURE AND COMMERCE at Clearwater High School• JACOBSON CULINARY ARTS ACADEMY at Tarpon Springs High School• VETERINARY SCIENCE ACADEMY at Tarpon Springs High School

frequently asked questionsQ. May I apply to more than one

program?A. You may apply to as few or as many

programs as you would like. There are some middle and high school programs that have eligibility criteria that applicants must meet.

Q. If I apply to a magnet or fundamental, does my child lose the seat at the current school?

A. No, students do not lose their current seat by applying to one of these programs. The seat is surrendered only if the parent receives and accepts an invitation to a program.

Q. Are any priorities given to any applications made for these programs?

A. All fundamental schools, magnets and career academies offer a priority to any application made by a staff member who lives in the district and works full-time at that school.

A priority is also given to sibling students whose older sibling is already attending the school (and will be there at the same time as the applicant).

HOW TO FIND OUT MORE

• • Visit www.pcsb.org – school program brochures, dates of Discovery Nights and links to fundamental,

• magnet and career academy program information.• • Schools – visit schools for tours by contacting the schools for dates and

times, attend the Discovery• Nights listed in this booklet.• • Information Fair – Saturday, Feb. 2, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Pinellas Park High

School,• 6305 118th Ave. N, Largo.• • Family Education and Information Center (FEIC)• North County Location, 1101 Marshall St., Clearwater, FL 33755, (727) 298-

2858• South County Location, 3420 Eighth Ave. S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, (727)

552-1595.