1. U.S. Army Education Programs Shannon G. Wagner, M.Ed. Education Specialist, US Army Recruiting 614.693.2937

2. My Story Why I am a Soldier….

3. Department of Defense mandates that 90% of our Soldiers graduate from a “traditional” brick and mortar high school Traditional public high school Job Corps 15 semester-22 quarter-675 clock hours Home schools students scoring 50 or higher on ASVAB In 2010 63.9% of enlistees scored a 50% or higher on the ASVAB 35.7% of enlistees scored between 31-49 on the ASVAB.5% of enlistees scored below 31 on the ASVAB Only 10% of our enlistees can be from Online high schools (ECOT or Digital Academies, GED, or accelerated “drop out” schools) Education Enlistment Credentials

4. Educational Benefits Loan Repayment (up to $65,000) Montgomery GI Bill (up to $48,000 +) Post 9/11 GI Bill ($80, 000 +) Army College Fund (up to $34,200 MORE) Concurrent Admissions Program (ConAP) Tuition Assistance ($4,500 per academic year) $161 million in Tuition Assistance in FY08; more than any other organization in the country!

5. Career Paths Administrative Support Arts & Media Combat Arms Computers & Technology Construction & Engineering Intelligence & Combat Support Legal & Law Enforcement Mechanics Medical & Emergency Transportation & Aviation Logistics Over 150 jobs available throughout the following categories: Explore careers and job specialties on www.goarmy.com

6. Special Career Opportunities ROTC Army Chaplain Corps Army JAG Corps Army Health Care Army Band Warrant Officer Flight Training Foreign Language Program Special Forces Explore careers and job specialties on www.goarmy.com

7. The most widely used aptitude test in the world. ( 639,422 tested SY 08-09 ) (23,450 in Ohio) materialsProvided to schools at no cost with all supporting materials and services. Given by professional test administrators. Measures the trainability of new recruits. Is a comprehensive Career Exploration Program for schools. Identifies students’ interests, abilities, and personal preferences. Allows students to explore civilian / military career opportunities and work environments. Student Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB CEP) (1 of 2)

8. Word Knowledge Paragraph Comprehension Arithmetic Reasoning Math Knowledge General Science Auto / Shop Information Electronics Mechanical Comprehension Verbal Skills Math Skills Science and Technical Skills TESTED / MEASURED ASVAB sub-tests that comprise the Armed Forces Qualification Test (AFQT) Score Arithmetic Reasoning, Word Knowledge, Paragraph Comprehension, Mathematics Knowledge AFQT is exclusively a measure of “Trainability” Counselor’s Manual provided includes technical information with national norms Student Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB-CEP) (2 of 2)

9. March 2 Success (1 of 2) An on-line test preparation, self-paced course, that can provide help with taking standardized tests, and can help improve math, science and English skills. Content provided by nationally known providers: –Peterson’s (PSAT/ACT/SAT) developers –Educational Options Inc. Students, Parents, Teachers, and Administrators can enroll for FREE at the March 2 Success web site: www.march2success.com.

10. Educational Options –Comprehensive English (Language usage, Reading, Writing) –Comprehensive Math (Basic Math, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Statistics) –Integrated Science (Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) March 2 Success (2 of 2) Petersons –Skills & Strategies (test taking skills for state assessments, college admissions, aptitude tests) –SAT/ACT Program (SAT preparation, SAT Quiz Bank, Online SAT writing workshop, online practice test with performance feedback) – OGT Science, Math, Language Arts Program Students can select from the following courses:

11. Goal – To increase the enrollment of Army veterans in college. Recruiter helps new Soldiers plan for college – Schooling arranged prior to enlisting! New Soldier establishes a home college that recognizes military learning experiences. Provides colleges with disciplined students with funds for education. Concurrent Admission Program (ConAP)

12. U.S. Army Education Programs Your Country and Army Thanks You!