mon day january 27, 2014

Hello! Please grab your journals and answer

the following prompt in 6-8 sentences:

What do you think is the best job in the world? What would make it fun?

What challenges would this job have? What perks, or rewards? Please

be as specific as possible.

Monday January 27, 2014

AgendaShare out journals (extra credit)Vocab quiz (M5 ONLY)SSR for 15 minutesProject introductionSkill focus: job apps and interviews

VOCAB TESTValidity: How reliable something isGraph: Visual representation of information

GoalsYou will be able to successfully complete a job applicationYou will be able to apply what you have learned in a mock interviewYou will be able to write your own informative paper about interviews and applications

SSR15 MinutesNo talking, music, or sleepingI will be around to write down what you are reading and conferencing with you about your book

Project Introduction: Brochure or Self-Help Book

Research a topic of your choiceMake a brochure or self-help bookListen to the requirementsTopic selection

9H project: News Report/Documentary

Listen carefully to the project requirementsPick your partner and your topicPlan out what you want to do

Job ApplicationsWhat are some jobs you might want to apply for while still in high school?What about when you’re out of high school?How do you think it should be done?What are some tips you would give to those applying for jobs?

Tips!Write neatly if the application is handwritten.

Write in INK (blue or black)When you go to apply, make sure you are dressed nicely (NO JEANS. EVER).

Fill out the application in-store, if possible.

Smile and be polite when asking for the application and returning it.

Do not leave blank spaces! If it doesn’t apply to you, write “n/a”

InterviewSmile and be polite saying “sir” and “ma’am”Be EARLY (at least 10 minutes)Only sit down if you are asked (they will always ask)Eye contact!Dress as nice as possible (slacks, button-up shirts, dress shoes, skirts, blouse) NEVER WEAR: Jeans, sneakers, anything wrinkled or with holes, t-shirts, hatsDon’t play with your phone while you’re waiting for the interview! They should NEVER see you with your phone. If offered refreshments, say “No thank you”Send a thank you email or letter after the interview to each person who interviewed you

Exit TicketList 3 things you learned in today’s lesson.What are 2 things you liked about the lesson?What is 1 thing Mrs. Wyatt can do better or explain better?