2.  What is your goal?  Will your goals be short-term or long- term?  You can have several goals that you want to achieve.  Decide whether you are going to a four year college or university or going to the workforce.

3.  APPLY FOR GRADUATION!!!  Make sure you have been tracking your courses so that you will successfully complete all required courses.  Order graduation items (cap/gown) and class ring (optional).

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5. School  Choose career and program of study  What does the career choice require to get employment? (Bachelor or Masters)  Research colleges and universities that offer your program of study  Research financial options

6.  Must have completed degree requirements in the Associate’s of Arts, Associate’s of General Education or Associate’s of Science programs.  Choose a major and a college or university that offers your major.  Consult with SSS counselor.  Apply for financial aid and scholarships.

7.  Ask SSS staff at any time for assistance  DON’T WAIT!!!! APPLY EARLY!!!! Some grants and scholarships require additional information, such as essays and recommendation letters.  Additional resources: www.cfnc.org www.fastweb.com

8. Work  Choose a job you want to apply for  Build a resume  Become friends with Joblink and the Employment Security Commission.  Research employers  Review interview skills.

9. Employment Security Commission 116 D West 3 rd St Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 htpp//www.ncesc.com Telephone: 252-537-4188 Jobs Line: 800-768-5627 Fax: 252-535-7943 Email: esc.jobs.roanokerapids@NCESC.govesc.jobs.roanokerapids@NCESC.gov

10. Halifax County Jobs www.halifaxcountyjobs.com (252)583-1688 (252)583-1788 fax (252)593-5043 Jobs Line Historic Courthouse PO Box 646 10 N. King St Halifax, NC 27839

11. Northampton County Jobs www.northamptonnc.com/humanr.asp 107 Thomas Bragg Dr. Jackson, NC 27845 (252) 574-0236