1. Welcome to 8 th Grade Student Planning Conferences

2. Outline of Meeting Introduction and Student Log-In Career Exploration/Programs of Study Student/Parent discussion Classes, Clusters, and Co-Curriculars Post Secondary Topics Transition Process Question and Answer Session

3. Introduction/Log In Students please log in to WisCareers portfolio and Waunakee High School website 8 th Grade Student Conference background Early discussion and parental involvement leads to greater student success and options Skills, not just degrees, are the keys to 21 st century career success

4. Career Exploration/Programs of Study

5. Student/Parent Discussion Take time at home to ask your student: “What are your favorite hobbies?” “What are your most natural talents?” “Do you prefer working alone or with groups?” “What are my best or worst school subjects?” “Do you prefer hands-on or discussions?” “What after-school activities have you joined or want to join in high school?”

6. Classes, Clusters, Co-Curriculars High School Grade Point Average A Day/B Day Schedule differences WisCareers portfolio and High School Career Clusters websites Co-Curriculars (sports, music, arts, academic, leadership) ACT Testing each year 9 th -11 th grade

7. Long Term Academic Planning Know high school program offerings (Advanced Placement, Youth Options, Apprenticeships, Co- ops, etc.) Job Shadowing, Volunteering, Working Technical College (2 year), University (4 year), Apprenticeships, Job Training, Military – find the path that is right for you and gives you options

8. High School Success Tips Attendance is a huge factor of success Do homework the day/night you are assigned Get involved, stay balanced Be proactive and a self-advocate Find and listen to adult mentors (parent, teacher, counselor, coach, advisor, boss, etc.)

9. Transition Process High School student visit (May) Schedules available on Infinite Campus by August 21 (fees can be paid that day too) Practices start early/mid August for sports Freshman First Day (only 9 th graders 1 st day of school for activities and transitioning) Contact HS Counseling Office with questions: Bishop(A-E), Fassbender(F-K), Landis(L-Q), Kuntz/Glynn (S-Z) – 849-2115

10. Questions and Survey Student or Parent Questions? Thank you for attending, much appreciated Fill out on-line survey (link on Waunakee Middle School website)