TABLE OF CONTENTS

SOPHOMORE SECTION

As you complete an assignment or collect evidence of completion. Place the document(s) in this order past this page.

1. Table of Contents Sophomore Year.

2. Sophomore Requirements Check-off Page.

3. Syllabus/Notice of Understanding.

4. 10th Grade Timeline.

5. Personal Education Plan (PEP).

10th Grade Goals.

Academic Plan Sophomore Year.

6. Certificate of Completion- PSAT Scores.

7. NCRC SoftSkills Documentation.

8. Community Service #2 (3 hours).

9. Letter of Introduction.

10. Resume.

11. Job Shadow Assignment #2.

12. Portfolio Quality Work.

Student’s Name Mentor’s Name

SOPHOMORE REQUIREMENTS # Assignment Name 1 Completed Freshman Requirements 2 Notice of Understanding Soph. Year 3 PEP Sophomore Section 4 PSAT 5 NCRC SoftSkills 6 Community Service #2 (3 hours) 7 Letter of Introduction 8 Resume 9 Job Shadow #2 Soph. Year 10 Portfolio Quality Work #3 Soph. Year 11 Portfolio Quality Work #4 Soph. Year 9/1/15 Yes No

Teacher’s Signature Date Requirements Completed

SCIO HIGH SCHOOL MENTOR-MENTEE Sophomore Year SYLLABUS AND NOTICE OF UNDERSTANDING 1. Mentor-Mentee: 4 Years, 0.5 Credit; Required: Freshman-Senior Content: All students are assigned a Mentor for the duration of their high school career. The Mentor/Mentee Class (M/M) meets once a week for 30 minutes. In the M/M class the student works with their Mentor to schedule their classes, monitor their academic progress, and to ensure that Graduation Requirements are being met. At the end of their Senior Year, students will have earned 0.5 credit in Career Education by the completion of all of the class requirements Prerequisite: None. 2. Course Goals: The product of the class is the M/M Portfolio that includes documentation of State Required Programs for Graduation, a record of all Grade Reports and Transcripts, and an assemblage of the student's best pieces of work during their high school career. The class provides opportunities to research and participate in post-high school experiences through Career Readiness (NCRC SoftSkills) and Career Related Learning Experiences (Job Shadows). The class also allows time to develop and complete the State Required Programs of a Personal Education Plan (P.E.P), Career Related Learning Standards (C.R.L.S.) and Extended Applications (Senior Project). 3. Course Required Assignments Sophomore Year:

ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE

COMPLETED IN ORDER TO GRADUATE FROM SCIO H.S. 1 Completed Freshman Requirements 2 Syllabus/Notice of Understanding Soph. Year 3 PEP Sophomore Section 4 PSAT 5 NCRC SoftSkills 6 Community Service #2 (3 hours) 7 Letter of Introduction / Resume 8 9

Job Shadow #2 Soph. Year Portfolio Quality Work #3 Soph. Year Portfolio Quality Work #4 Soph. Year

4. Grading Procedure: P = Pass; All Required Assignments Were Completed. N = No Pass; One or More Assignments are Missing. Missing assignments still need to be completed in order to graduate from Scio High School. 5. Early Completion of Required Assignments: The Required Assignments for the Class Year can be completed at any time. Early completion can allow the student to move on to the next Class Year’s Required Assignments. This can allow more time to focus on the Senior Project before Graduation. 6. NOTICE OF UNDERSTANDING: I have read the Student Handbook and I am aware of the Rules, Regulations, and Policies of Scio High School. I also understand that equipment, such as lockers and desks belong to the School District and may be subject to search by school officials when there is a reasonable cause to believe that a student is secreting evidence of violating school policy or an illegal activity. I further understand that automobiles that are parked on school property are also subject to search by school officials when there is a reasonable cause to believe that a student is secreting evidence of violating school policy or an illegal activity. I understand that the Scio School District may enlist the cooperation of other agencies in conducting canine searches of the school property and facilities. I have read this document and I understand the requirements and expectations of this class as well as the Rules, Regulations, and Policies of Scio High School. Student Signature

Print Name

Parent or Guardian Signature

Print Name

This Syllabus is available on the Scio High School Web Page. www.scio.k12.or.us/SHS/ Button HS Home Page Class Resources Mentor-Mentee Additional Information concerning the Mentor/Mentee Class is available on this web page..

SOPHOMORE YEAR TIMELINE/CHECKLIST

Use this to Organize Your Time for Your Sophomore Year. September

Previous Years’ M/M Requirements Completed. Syllabus/Notice of Understanding Requirement Completed.

October

10th Grade Goals Completed (PEP Sophomore Section Requirement). PSAT Requirement Completed.

November Academic Plan Sophomore Year Completed (PEP Sophomore Section Requirement).

December

Job Shadow Requirement Started. January

Job Shadow Requirement Completed February

1st Piece of Portfolio Work Requirement Completed. March

2nd Piece of Portfolio Work Requirement Completed.

April NCRC SoftSkills Requirement Completed.

May

All Community Service Hours Completed. All Sophomore Mentor/Mentee Requirements Completed. Sophomore Requirements Check-off Document Completed, Printed, and Signed by

Mentor. Official Due Date for all Sophomore Mentor/Mentee Work: Last Thursday Before Senior

Graduation.

Personal Goal Setting for 10th Grade

What are your strong academic skills or subjects? What subjects or academic skills do you want to improve?

Place a check mark by the personal skills and qualities that describe your strengths.

Responsible Citizen �Honest �Reliable �Concerned for others �Accepting of others �Practice positive mental/physical health

Capable Thinker/Knowledgeable �Imaginative �Creative �Resourceful �Open to new ideas �Able to problem solve

Collaborative Worker �Able to resolve conflict �Able to be supportive to others �Able to provide leadership �Able to participate as a team member

Effective Communicator �Able to listen well �Understanding of others ideas �Accepting of criticism & praise �Even-tempered

Self-Directed Learner �Able to utilize resources �Able to set priorities and goals �Able to think positively �Self-confident

Other Qualities �Enthusiastic �Determined �Possess sense of humor �Respected by others �Other

Considering the personal skills and qualities listed above, write any that you would like to improve or develop in the space below.

Goal Setting Develop two goals (academic and/or personal) you want to achieve during ninth grade.

Goal

1.

Steps to reach my Goal

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B.

2. A.

B.

What school or community activities will assist you in reaching your academic and personal goals? Place a check mark by the activities which interest you.

Athletics

�volleyball �football �cheerleading �basketball �wrestling �baseball �softball �track �Other

Clubs �Spanish Club �FFA �Forestry �National Honor Society �Art Student Union �Drama Club �The Log Newspaper �AFS �Other

Activities

�Community Sports �Service Groups (Scouts, 4-H etc.) �Student Government �Volunteer (Community Service) �Youth Group �Work �Internship �Class Activities �Other

ACADEMIC PLAN 10th Grade

9th Grade 10th Grade English 9 (2 semesters) Mathematics (2 semesters) U.S. History (2 semesters) Science (2 semesters)

English 10 (2 semesters) Mathematics (2 semesters) Global Studies (2 semesters) Science (2 semesters)

1st Semester Electives: 1st Semester Electives: 1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 2nd Semester Electives:

2nd Semester Electives:

1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 11th Grade

12th Grade

English 11 (2 semesters) Mathematics (2 semesters) Science (2 Semesters) Government (1 semester) Economics (1 semester)

English 12 (2 semesters) 1st Semester Electives: 1.

2.

3.

1st Semester Electives: 4. 1. 5. 2. 6. 3.

2nd Semester Electives: 2nd Semester Electives:

1. 1. 2. 2. 3. 3. 4. 5. 6. 3 years of math Algebra 1 and higher are required for the class of 2014. 3 years of science are required for the class of 2012. Speech, Computer Literacy, PE 1 & 2, Health 1 & 2 are required to be taken sometime during the four years. Students may meet the Speech requirement through agriculture classes by accumulating points. Selective and elective courses should be selected so as to meet individual needs and to fulfill requirements. Plan your elective courses!

Job Shadow Program

A Career Exploration Program designed to introduce students

to the world of work.

Job Shadow Program Scio High School

Packet Components Parent:

Parent Transportation and Medical Authorization: This form notifies the parent of student participation in the Job Shadow program, releases school liability, and authorizes medical attention in the event of an emergency. The form must be completed before the student visits the work site.

Business Host:

Business/Host Information: Definition of a Job Shadow, Basic Business/Host Expectations, Basic Student Expectations and other pertinent information.

Business/Host Participation Information: This information is kept on file at the school. Business/Host Job Shadow Evaluation: Completed by the business/host, this evaluation

provides feedback to the student about his/her job experience. Example Student Questions for the Business/Host: The student will be asking you these

interview questions while at your work site. Student:

Student Checklist: This form guides the student through the Job ShadowProcess. This checklist is completed by the student and returned to the School/Contact Person. To participate in this program, the student must complete the checklist.

Student Contract: This form clearly defines student responsibilities and expectations of a shadow experience. The signature acknowledges an understanding of student responsibilities.

Example Student Questions for the Business Host: These questions will help the student explore and investigate business norms, expectations, and rules. Students will be expected to summarize the knowledge gained through observation and interview. Student Reflection Sheet: This sheet summarizes, evaluates, and monitors a student Job

Shadow experience. The form is to be completed by the student and returned to the school supervisor/contact person.

Student Thank You (To Business) Letter Guide: This form teaches fundamental business etiquette and introduces the student to a sample business letter.

Program Evaluation: After the student visits the work site, this form is completed by the student and returned to the Job Shadow business host. This evaluation provides feedback to the Job Shadow host.

Parent Transportation and Medical Authorization Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Parent)

Purpose: This form notifies the parent of student participation in the Job Shadow program releases school liability and authorizes medical attention in the event of an emergency. This form must be completed before the student visits the job site. Your son/daughter has an opportunity to visit a business at their work site for 3-4 hours. During this time, he/she will shadow an employee to gain an understanding of business norms, expectations, and rules. School personnel may not have visited the business site, may not have met the hosts, will not be present when the student is at the site, and will not supervise the visit. In order to take part in the program, students must:

1. Have written permission from their parent/guardian. 2. Have contacted their host so that he/she has a clear understanding to when he/she is expected at

the work site. 3. Have planned transportation via public or parent approved transportation. This plan must be

submitted to the school prior to the Job Shadow Experience. 4. Have completed a Driver/Passenger Release Form from the school.

Travel Information and Release: Student Name_______________________________ Address _______________________________ City ________________________ State ________________________ Zip ____________________ Job Shadow Site ___________________________________________________________________ Appointment Date: _______________________________Appointment Time:__________________ Travel Arrangements:_______________________________________________________________ I, _______________________________give permission for _______________________ (Parent or Guardian) (Student Name) To be released from Scio High School to visit the site listed above for the purpose of a Job Shadow Experience and agree with the travel arrangements listed. I understand that school personnel may not have visited the site, may not have met the host, will not be present when the student is at the site, and will not supervise the visits. Return this form to your Mentor with Parent or Guardian Signature at least 5 days before the Job Shadow visit.

Page 2, Authorization Medical Release: In the event my child may need medical treatment, I hereby consent and authorize an adult representative of the Career Related Learning Experience Provider to permit such treatment on my behalf. I agree to be responsible for the cost of any medical services and to indemnify the school district and the Career Related Learning Experience Provider for such expenses. My child does not have any physical or mental condition which would restrict or prevent him/her from participating in the scheduled activity, or which would increase the risk of harm to my child with the exception of the following: __________________________________________ _____________________ Parent/Guardian Signature Date Return this form to your Mentor with Parent or Guardian Signature at least 5 days before the Job Shadow visit.

Business/Host Career Related Learning Experience Evaluation Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Business)

(To Be Completed By The Business/Host And Returned To the Mentor) Purpose: To Provide Feedback To The Student About His/Her Job Shadow experience With You

We appreciate your taking time to host Scio School District students at your place of work. We are very interested in the long-term success of our program and would appreciate you taking a few minutes to share your assessment of the student and our Job Shadow program. Your feedback will be very valuable to the school as well as the student and help us improve the program.

Host_________________________________________ Title_____________________________ Organization_________________________________ Phone___________________________ Student_______________________________________ Date_____________________________ Using the following scale of 1-4, please rate the student in the following areas: 4=Exceeds Expectations 3=Meets Expectations 2=Below Expectations 1= Needs Improvement

1. Punctuality: Reported to the Job Shadow at the appropriate time and place. 4 3 2 1 N/A

2. Professional Appearance:

Dressed Appropriately 4 3 2 1 N/A Groomed Appropriately 4 3 2 1 N/A

3. Professional Conduct:

Scheduled appointment in a professional manner. 4 3 2 1 N/A Behaved in a professional manner at the work site. 4 3 2 1 N/A

Page 2, Job Evaluation

1. Communication:

Related well to host and others. 4 3 2 1 N/A Asked appropriate questions. 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrated interest in the experience. 4 3 2 1 N/A 2. Overall Evaluation: Student seemed to benefit from the

experience. 4 3 2 1 N/A

3. Do you have any suggestions for improving our Job Shadow program? 7. Would you be willing to host another student in the near future? Yes No

8. Comments:

Please return this form with the student or send to: Scio High School Job Shadow Coordinator 38875 N. W. 1st Ave. Scio, OR 97374

Career Related Learning Experience Rating Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Business) Name of Business:____________________________________________ Date: _______________________________ Business Contact Person:_____________________________________________ Title: _____________________________________________ Using the following scale of 1-4, please rate your Career Related Learning Experience experience: 4 – Exceeds Expectations 3 – Meets Expectations 2 – Below Expectations 1 – Needs Improvement

1. Environment: You were comfortable with the business mentor. 4 3 2 1

You were comfortable at the job site. 4 3 2 1

2. Information: Job and Business descriptions were shared. 4 3 2 1 3. Evaluation: Employer shared evaluation information. 4 3 2 1 4. Overall Experience: Rate your Job Shadow experience. 4 3 2 1

Student Check List Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Student)

Purpose: This form guides the student through the Job Shadow Process. This checklist is completed by the student and returned to the Mentor. To participate in this program, the student must complete the checklist. Student Name________________________________________________________ Supervisor/Contact Name_______________________________________________ Company__________________________________________________ Supervisor___________________________ Title________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________ Appointment Date_________________________________ Time___________________

Before the Career Related Learning Experience Date Completed Initials Review the Career Related Learning Experience Program and Packet _________ _______ You can find it at Scio High School Choose an Area of Endorsement to Shadow ________ _______ Contact School Supervisor/Coordinator ________ _______ Per business instructions, arrange Job Shadow ________ _______

Call specified contact person at the job site to set up time and date of the Job Shadow a. Ask for the contact person and identify yourself. “Hello, my name is

____________ and I am a student at Scio High School. I am calling to inquire about the possibility of doing a Job Shadow with you.

b. Set meeting place and time. c. Thank them and tell them that you are looking forward to the Job Shadow.

Forward Employer Overview, Student Question Sheet and Employer Evaluation to Business _______ _______ Complete Student Contract, “Classroom Teachers Permission Slip, and Parent Authorization _______ _______ Review appropriate dress and behavior ________ _______

Page 2, Student Check List

Day of the Career Related Learning Experience

Show up on time! Plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early. If you are sick or having a problem, call your contact person and tell hem/her that you will be late or unable to attend. Also, call the Scio High School attendance secretary at 503-394-3276 and inform them of your problem.

When you arrive: 1. Shake his/her hand. 2. Maintain eye contact. 3. If your host does not give you a business card, you

should politely ask for one. You will need a complete name, job title, and address for your thank you letter.

4. Take a copy of your resume/fact sheet and portfolio.

Dress appropriately, be polite, and try to make a good impression for yourself and the school. (Hats or shorts may not be worn during Job Shadows.)

No Gum!

Day After the Career Related Learning Experience Date Completed Initials

Turn Student Question Sheet to your Mentor _______ ______ Turn Reflection Sheet into your Mentor _______ ______

Write Business Thank-You note and turn it

into your Mentor with a pre-addressed stamped envelope. _______ ______

Complete Job Shadow Student Evaluation Form and return it to the business supervisor. _______ ______

Student Contract Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Student)

Purpose: To clearly define student responsibilities and expectations for a Job Shadow experience. Signature acknowledges understanding of student responsibilities. I, _____________________________________ understand the importance of the job Student Name shadow experience to my education. I recognize that it is a privilege to participate and that people outside of the school are giving up valuable time to help me learn about their jobs. By signing this contract, I agree to fulfill all of the requirements of the Job Shadow program outlined in the Student Checklist that I have been given. I also understand the rules that apply for classes that I will be missing while on my Job Shadow. I understand that under no circumstances am I to simply “not show up”. In the event of serious illness, I will call the employer contact person and my Scio High School Mentor. During the Job Shadow experience, I will follow all school rules and understand that any violations will result in appropriate disciplinary actions. I understand that I am representing Scio High School and that my conduct during my Job Shadow experience affects my classmates and others in the school district. If I make a good impression, everyone benefits. If I make a bad impression, we all suffer. ________________________________________________ _____________________ Student Signature Date

Example Student Questions For The Business Host Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Student)

Purpose: These questions will help the student explore and investigate business norms, expectations and rules. Students will be expected to summarize the knowledge gained through observation and interview. Interview your Career Related Learning Experience host. Here are some sample questions.

1. What products or services does this organization provide and who are their primary customers?

2. Who are their competitors?

3. What is your title and specifically what do you do?

4. How would I apply for this job? How would I prepare for this job?

5. What types of training, education and skills are required for this job?

6. How does your job relate to the rest of the organization?

7. Are there similar jobs like yours elsewhere in your organization?

8. What are your working conditions (hours, clothing, tools, etc.)?

9. What is the salary range for an entry level employee in your position?

Page 2, Example Questions

10. What do you like most about your job?

11. What do you least like about your job?

12. What do you think is the most significant challenge in your job?

13. What changes do you and your organization expect to see within the next five years? 14. What training is needed to remain current in your field?

15. What advice would you give someone thinking of entering this field of work?

16. How are your employees evaluated?

17. Is there someone else within your organization that could give me more information about this field?

Student Reflection Sheet Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Student)

Purpose: To summarize and evaluate student Job Shadow experience. The form can be used to monitor Job Shadow sites. This form is to be completed by the student and returned to the Mentor.

1. What type of work did you observe during the Job Shadow?

2. Describe your Job Shadow site.

3. What did you like the best about your Job Shadow site?

4. What did you least like about your Job Shadow experience?

5. What was the most important thing you learned from this experience?

6. How can Scio High School improve this Job Shadow experience for others?

7. Would you consider this site for a work based learning experience? Why or why not?

The following questions are related specifically to the job or career you observed:

1. What are the job responsibilities of the person you shadowed?

2. What do you see as the demand for jobs like this in the future?

3. What do you like most about this job?

4. What do you least like about this job? 5. Would you consider a career in this field? Why or why not?

Student Thank You Letter Guide Region 4: Scio High School

(To Be Completed by Student)

Purpose:

To learn fundamental business etiquette and introduce the student to a sample business letter.

It is important to thank the person to whom you have interviewed. Try to personalize your letter. Let your host know why the Career Related Learning Experience was important to you. Remember to be neat and pay attention to spelling!! Turn in your polished thank you letter with a pre-addressed envelope to your Mentor, immediately after your Job Shadow. Do not delay. Do not seal the envelope. It must be available for review by your Mentor.

Sample Thank You Letter

Date Line: (Month, Day, Year)

Job Shadow Host Company Address City, State Zip Dear Mr./Mrs _____________________________________________ (Job Shadow Host) Thank you for taking time to meet with me (date you shadowed the business). I found it interesting to learn more about you and your (job career, industry, company, department). The most interesting thing I learned from the experience was ________ (explain). Again, thank you for helping me with my career exploration. Sincerely yours,

(Your Name)

Scio High School