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2010 Texas Scholars Presentation

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Texas Scholars High School and Beyond is an initiative of Texas Business and Education Coalition (TBEC). It is a community-based program through which volunteers and educators work together to motivate students to take a more purposeful approach in high school, and plan for and work toward a career of their choosing after high school.

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High School and Beyond TEXAS SCHOLARS
About Me When I was your age I am here today because My expectations of you today are
Our ChAnGiNg World Some Fun Facts In the next 6 minutes, 60 babies will be born in the U.S Average annual earnings of workers age 18 and older with $83,144 - an advanced degree $58,613 - a bachelors degrees $31,283 - a high school diploma $21,023 - without a high school diploma 1.5 3% of students SUCCEED as a professional athlete or performer
Evolving Technology THEN NOW 1973 First Cell phone 2010 Cell Phone Weight: 1 lb, 14 oz. Weight: less than 3 oz. 1964 IBM Computer 2010 Computer 8MB of Memory Thousands of times more memory!
Can you believe it? 25 years ago they didnt have DVDs Digital Cameras GPS PDAs Self checkout lanes Satellite TV Email High Definition TV
In Your Lifetime Low skill jobs = eliminated Grocery stores cashiers Self Checkout Receptionists Voicemail Systems Bank Tellers ATM Machines Toll Tags EZ Tags
Unemployment Rate by Level of Education 18.0 2008 2009 Current 16.0 14.0 12.0 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.0 0.0 No High School High School Some College College Degree+ Diploma Diploma Source: BLS , 25-years old +; Seasonally adjusted rates 7
How this applies to your life Most of the jobs available when you are ready to enter the workplace WILL require some form of education or training beyond high school.
Are you preparing for life? 14-18 18-22 22-70 0-14 70-90 High What are Working life you going Average of 48 years School to do? Start preparing NOW! * Keep up to date with current jobs/vocations * Be flexible
High School 101 Research shows that a specific set of courses will help ensure that you have the greatest chance of success after high school 4 years of English Language Arts 4 years of Social Studies 4 years of Math 4 years of Science 2 years of a Foreign Language
But why Math and Science? We live in a world that depends on technology Interested in medicine, engineering, laboratory analysis, or criminology? Must have the ability to reason Must be able to methodically solve problems Math + Science = Developing useful skills
Math and Science Tool Box OPTION # 1 OPTION #2 Reading Reading Writing Writing + Basic Math Advanced Math Basic Tools + Advanced Science Advanced Tools
What is a Texas Scholar? Completing either the Recommended High School Program (RHSP) OR Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) Complete at least Two courses eligible for college credit while in High School
The Texas Scholars: High School and Beyond Jobs and Salaries Entry Level Military Service Associates Degree Bachelors Degree $18,300 - $25,400 Salary Varies $27,900 - $38,000 $42,750 + Retail, Office Navy, Army, Air Computer Engineer, Teacher, Clerk, Force, Marines, Support, Financial Manager, Medical/Dental Coast Guard, Specialist, Dental Office Manager Assistant National Guard Hygienist
A look at pay rate
Have you thought about what YOU want to do for a living? What do you think it pays? How much school does it require? Will it be enough to pay the bills?
Minimum Wage vs. Skilled Job Unskilled Labor Skilled Labor $7.25 $13.50 x 40 hours/week x 40 hours/week $290.00 $540.00 x 52 weeks x 52 weeks $15,080 $28,080
Lets Pretend That You make $28,080 a year $2,333 a month $13.50 an hour Is that enough to pay your potential bills?
Lets Begin ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Federal Income Tax $233 $2,100 Social Security Tax (7.65%) $178 $1,922 Medical/Dental Insurance $150 $1,772 Housing $600 $1,172 and you havent done anything fun yet!
ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Telephone $50 $1,122 Utilities $100 $1,022 Furniture, TV, Appliance $75 $947 and you STILL havent done anything fun!
Not Much Left ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Car Payment $250 $697 Car Insurance $125 $572 Gas/Maintenance $70 $502 Food $300 $202
ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Retirement/Savings $50 $152 Clothing $50 $102 Entertainment $70 $32 only $32.00 left over!!
Start Planning Now What do you want to do after school? What if that doesnt work Do you have a Plan B? Plan C? I am here to HELP you develop a plan, not to tell you what to do
Being College Ready 63% of freshman are placed in the remedial and developmental classesthats 6 out of 10 students! Remedial classes DO NOT count towards your college graduation requirements Remedial classes DO cost money
Jobs of the Future Biotechnology Energy Petroleum Advanced Aerospace & Information & & Life Sciences Technologies & Defense Computer Refining & Manufacturing Technology Chemical Products In Texas these industry clusters have been identified as key to the states future success . . . And they offer challenging, high-paying jobs.
What are employers looking for? Solid academic preparation Sound science and math foundation Computer literacy Good communication skills (oral and written) Ability to think critically and make good decisions Team-oriented employees Motivated/Strong Attitude
How you can begin preparing Start thinking about career options that interest you Plan to take Advanced Placement or Dual Credit courses in High School Begin preparing to take the SAT and/or ACT tests for college admission Research Community Colleges and Universities that fit YOUR career interests Develop a list of schools that you would like to visit
2010 Texas Scholars Presentation
Questions? Remember to stay motivated and push yourself to be the best you can be!
Thank you to our sponsors Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Atmos Energy Fluor Corporation JP Morgan Chase Corporate Sponsors Coca Cola Enterprises Bottling Company of North Texas

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2010 Texas Scholars Presentation

  • 1. High School and Beyond TEXAS SCHOLARS
  • 2. About Me When I was your age I am here today because My expectations of you today are
  • 3. Our ChAnGiNg World Some Fun Facts In the next 6 minutes, 60 babies will be born in the U.S Average annual earnings of workers age 18 and older with $83,144 - an advanced degree $58,613 - a bachelors degrees $31,283 - a high school diploma $21,023 - without a high school diploma 1.5 3% of students SUCCEED as a professional athlete or performer
  • 4. Evolving Technology THEN NOW 1973 First Cell phone 2010 Cell Phone Weight: 1 lb, 14 oz. Weight: less than 3 oz. 1964 IBM Computer 2010 Computer 8MB of Memory Thousands of times more memory!
  • 5. Can you believe it? 25 years ago they didnt have DVDs Digital Cameras GPS PDAs Self checkout lanes Satellite TV Email High Definition TV
  • 6. In Your Lifetime Low skill jobs = eliminated Grocery stores cashiers Self Checkout Receptionists Voicemail Systems Bank Tellers ATM Machines Toll Tags EZ Tags
  • 7. Unemployment Rate by Level of Education 18.0 2008 2009 Current 16.0 14.0 12.0 10.0 8.0 6.0 4.0 2.0 0.0 No High School High School Some College College Degree+ Diploma Diploma Source: BLS , 25-years old +; Seasonally adjusted rates 7
  • 8. How this applies to your life Most of the jobs available when you are ready to enter the workplace WILL require some form of education or training beyond high school.
  • 9. Are you preparing for life? 14-18 18-22 22-70 0-14 70-90 High What are Working life you going Average of 48 years School to do? Start preparing NOW! * Keep up to date with current jobs/vocations * Be flexible
  • 10. High School 101 Research shows that a specific set of courses will help ensure that you have the greatest chance of success after high school 4 years of English Language Arts 4 years of Social Studies 4 years of Math 4 years of Science 2 years of a Foreign Language
  • 11. But why Math and Science? We live in a world that depends on technology Interested in medicine, engineering, laboratory analysis, or criminology? Must have the ability to reason Must be able to methodically solve problems Math + Science = Developing useful skills
  • 12. Math and Science Tool Box OPTION # 1 OPTION #2 Reading Reading Writing Writing + Basic Math Advanced Math Basic Tools + Advanced Science Advanced Tools
  • 13. What is a Texas Scholar? Completing either the Recommended High School Program (RHSP) OR Distinguished Achievement Program (DAP) Complete at least Two courses eligible for college credit while in High School
  • 14. The Texas Scholars: High School and Beyond Jobs and Salaries Entry Level Military Service Associates Degree Bachelors Degree $18,300 - $25,400 Salary Varies $27,900 - $38,000 $42,750 + Retail, Office Navy, Army, Air Computer Engineer, Teacher, Clerk, Force, Marines, Support, Financial Manager, Medical/Dental Coast Guard, Specialist, Dental Office Manager Assistant National Guard Hygienist
  • 15. A look at pay rate
  • 16. Have you thought about what YOU want to do for a living? What do you think it pays? How much school does it require? Will it be enough to pay the bills?
  • 17. Minimum Wage vs. Skilled Job Unskilled Labor Skilled Labor $7.25 $13.50 x 40 hours/week x 40 hours/week $290.00 $540.00 x 52 weeks x 52 weeks $15,080 $28,080
  • 18. Lets Pretend That You make $28,080 a year $2,333 a month $13.50 an hour Is that enough to pay your potential bills?
  • 19. Lets Begin ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Federal Income Tax $233 $2,100 Social Security Tax (7.65%) $178 $1,922 Medical/Dental Insurance $150 $1,772 Housing $600 $1,172 and you havent done anything fun yet!
  • 20. ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Telephone $50 $1,122 Utilities $100 $1,022 Furniture, TV, Appliance $75 $947 and you STILL havent done anything fun!
  • 21. Not Much Left ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Car Payment $250 $697 Car Insurance $125 $572 Gas/Maintenance $70 $502 Food $300 $202
  • 22. ITEM PMT LEFT OVER Retirement/Savings $50 $152 Clothing $50 $102 Entertainment $70 $32 only $32.00 left over!!
  • 23. Start Planning Now What do you want to do after school? What if that doesnt work Do you have a Plan B? Plan C? I am here to HELP you develop a plan, not to tell you what to do
  • 24. Being College Ready 63% of freshman are placed in the remedial and developmental classesthats 6 out of 10 students! Remedial classes DO NOT count towards your college graduation requirements Remedial classes DO cost money
  • 25. Jobs of the Future Biotechnology Energy Petroleum Advanced Aerospace & Information & & Life Sciences Technologies & Defense Computer Refining & Manufacturing Technology Chemical Products In Texas these industry clusters have been identified as key to the states future success . . . And they offer challenging, high-paying jobs.
  • 26. What are employers looking for? Solid academic preparation Sound science and math foundation Computer literacy Good communication skills (oral and written) Ability to think critically and make good decisions Team-oriented employees Motivated/Strong Attitude
  • 27. How you can begin preparing Start thinking about career options that interest you Plan to take Advanced Placement or Dual Credit courses in High School Begin preparing to take the SAT and/or ACT tests for college admission Research Community Colleges and Universities that fit YOUR career interests Develop a list of schools that you would like to visit
  • 29. Questions? Remember to stay motivated and push yourself to be the best you can be!
  • 30. Thank you to our sponsors Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Atmos Energy Fluor Corporation JP Morgan Chase Corporate Sponsors Coca Cola Enterprises Bottling Company of North Texas