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07/16/96
Sophomores *

2. Hail Mary, full of grace.
The Lord is with you.
Blessed are you among women,
and blessed is the fruit of your womb, Jesus.
Holy Mary, Mother of God,
pray for us sinners,
now and at the hour of death.
Amen.

3. GUIDANCE OFFICE Guidance Counselors:
Mrs. Jan Frayser, Director (Gb-Kr)
Mrs. Connie Freudenberg, Counselor (Ks-Pl)
Mrs. Shelly Pick, Counselor (A-Ga)
Mr. Greg Sederberg, Counselor (Pm-Z)
Support Staff:
Mrs. Hartman
Mrs. Kruml
Mrs. Kurtenbach

4. Choosing An Occupation
Name a career you think would be great
What makes it great?
What preparation does it take?
What job would not be so great?
Why ?
How much preparation is needed?
Job satisfaction will depend on the choices you make

7. Career Interest Profiler

8. Cluster Finder

9. What is the best option for your adult life
What is the best option for your adult life? Log on to Naviance to find Careers!

13. KnowHow2Go

14. PSAT Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 at Pius X at 7:30 am
Registration Deadline: Monday, October 2nd
Cost is $22
Complete form in the Guidance Office
Pick up the PSAT bulletin and practice test

15. PSAT Preparation •Thursday, Sept. 7, 6:30-8:30 pm
Must register and establish a username and password.
Books or DVD’s from bookstores
Use the Official Student Guide from PSAT- Get it when you bring your registration and $$.
LPS course for the PSAT---sign up early for next year!!
•Thursday, Sept. 7, 6:30-8:30 pm
•Wednesday, Sept. 13, 6:30-8:30 pm
•Thursday, Sept. 21, 6:30-8:30 pm
•Wednesday, Sept. 27, 6:30-8:30 pm
•Saturday, Sept. 30, 8:00-11:45 am
Class has already begun and 4 sessions have been taught. Call LPS to see if there is space and if they will take you

16. PreACT – Wednesday, March All Sophomores take it at Pius X at 8:00am – 1:30pm PreACT includes the following tests: English Reading Math Science Assists students in determining if they are ready for college

19. Graduation Requirements/ Prerequisites for UNL
Pius X
UNL
Theology 4 years None
English 4 years 4 years
Social Studies 3.5 years 3 years
Math 3 years 4 years
Science 3 years 3 years
Speech ½ year None
PE / Health 1 ½ years None
Fine Arts ½ year None
Life Skills ½ year None
Foreign Language None 2 years
Total Credits 230
In addition, UNL requires students have an ACT-20 or a 950 SAT or be ranked in the top half of their class.

20. Scholarships based on:
Academic Performance
ACT/SAT Scores
Strength of Schedule
Leadership
Special talent (music, dance)
Sports
Volunteerism
Financial Need
Other

21. Counselor Evaluations
What are colleges looking for in their applicants?

22. Creighton University

23. The Career Academy A joint venture with LPS and SCC
Enter as a junior and continue on through senior year
Explore a career pathway & earn dual credit
Students typically earn from 13 to 40 SCC credits
Pathways include: Engineering, Culinary, Education (Early & K- 12), Business, Welding, Construction, Ag/Bioscience, Manufacturing, Health Sciences, Information Technology, & Food Science
See a counselor about prerequisites and the application process

24. Resources Available in Counseling Center
Future Planning Web Sites Sheet including Scholarship Search websites.
Test Preparation and Registration Information for the ACT, SAT and PSAT.
Summer Enrichment Programs:
HOBY Youth Leadership
Nebraska Leadership Seminar
Application will come later this semester

25. March 12, 2018 8:00 am - 3:25 pm Locations to be announced.
Sophomore RETREAT
March 12, 2018
8:00 am - 3:25 pm
Locations to be announced.

26. Have a great year!