PERSONAL PROFILES AND SUMMER PLANS

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PERSONAL PROFILES AND SUMMER PLANS

March Super Saturday Block A

(We understand transporation complications, however it's important you arrive on time. That way you do not miss information)

Attendance

• 68% of 9th Graders attended February Super Saturday

PLEASE BE ON TIME FOR SUPER SATURDAY There is no APRIL Super Saturday ! You are expected to check on your summer applications, and update your bragsheets Report Card Collection Use this QR code to open a google form that will collect your transcipts when you get home. Please take 5 minutes and add this QR code to your phones. Remember to do this after Super Saturday Email Shatyra (Shatyra@btny.org) if you dont have access.Check your Breakthrough emails frequently One-on-one Check-ins

• Shatyra will be coming around to do one-on-ones with students who need to meet in-person. She will meet with everyone in April

March Community Report

(We understand transporation complications, however it's important you arrive on time. That way you do not miss information)

Attendance

• 68% of 9th Graders attended February Super Saturday

PLEASE BE ON TIME FOR SUPER SATURDAY There is no APRIL Super Saturday ! You are expected to check on your summer applications, and update your bragsheets Report Card Collection Use this QR code to open a google form that will collect your transcipts when you get home. Please take 5 minutes and add this QR code to your phones. Remember to do this after Super Saturday Email Shatyra (Shatyra@btny.org) if you dont have access.Check your Breakthrough emails frequently One-on-one Check-ins

• Shatyra will be coming around to do one-on-ones with students who need to meet in-person. She will meet with everyone in April

March Community Report

DO NOW:

Set Up IPADs and Computers Log Into Beacon Wifi Network. Wifi Name: ncpsp Wifi Password: 912D023001@RACKID02M912 All these “0” are zeros. Warm-up question: What are you looking forward to this upcoming Spring and Summer season

CONTINUED LESSON ON PERSONAL PROFILES & IT'S IMPORTANCE

Lets dive right in !

ANSWER: Many of your 9th grade peers did not fully complete their Brag sheets. Out of 39 attendees, only 15 semi-completed their Brag Sheets. A completed personal profile will have 1 - 3 completely filled out. Please do not skip over information. **Here are some mistakes Shatyra noticed **

WHY ARE WE DOING PERSONAL PROFILES AGAIN?

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Many students skipped Grades/GPA, Skills, Leadership, and Volunteering

Opporuntites you researched

This section is the most important to track your interest for the Summer 2025 (we will go through this throughly)

EXPERIENCE (ECA)

Many students skipped this section. Participating in out of school activities can enhance your experience, making you a well skilled applicant.

BRAGSHEET INTENSE BREAKDOWN

Lets take a look on how to understand this resource !!

BRAGSHEET INTENSE BREAKDOWN

Lets take a look on how to understand this resource !!

1. NAME YOUR BRAGSHEET: ( FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, (2032)

5. This section is for 10th-11th Grade when you start to build your resume

4. TODAY, we will deep dive into your opportunities to prepare you for the Summer. You will start applying to programs during class.

3. ECA MEANS (Extra Curriculuar Activites). Do not leave this blank, you can add BTNY as an ECA for example. ADD TWO EXAMPLES

2. Please Enter this Basic Information, we will work on Skills together, since many students left this part empty. Its okay if you dont know your current grade

Take 4 minutes to look over the skills handout, you'll apply this to your brag sheet

The Importance of knowing your Skills

Working on your skills is crucial because they enable you to not only learn academic content but also apply knowledge effectively in real-world situations, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, adaptability, and overall success in their education and future careers

Intense Summer Research and Brag Sheet Activity

Let's get you all prepared for the summer

GROUP WORK TIME - SUMMER RESEARCH (20-25 MINS)

Summer research is a critical search you will do to ensure by May 17th you will have at least 3-4 Summer Activies to choose from. While Summer is great time for break, you MUST ensure you remain on track with your goals and growth.

What is effective Summer Research

lET'S BREAK DOWN STANDOUT SEARCH

1- PROGRAM NAME

2- Type of program

3- Age

4- Requirements

5- Program time

6- Application cycle

7- Application deadline

8- REMEMBER Application username and passwords

9- Description

10- COST or STIPEND

11- STATUS (OPEN OR CLOSED)

wRITE YOUR APPLICATION USERNAME AND PASSWORDS DOWN SOMEWHERE SAFE TO REMEMBER

Share with shatyra@btny.org

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Step-by -Step Instructions

1. Reflect on who you are, and accurately fill out 1-2 ON BRAGSHEET

2. Section 3 go through standoutsearch.com Choose 3-4 programs. START APPLICATIONS

3. Complete your search by adding your SPECIFIC PROGRAMS to Bragsheet

4. Share with your parents, your plans for the Summer and complete your applications

Let's talk studying... What are some efficient study habits?

Let's talk studying... What are some efficient study habits?

2-3 volunteers what are some Summer Opportunities you applied to? Closing: If you may have any further questions or concerns please feel free to reach out to Shatyra directly. We will check in to see your Brag Sheets in May. You survived 7 super saturdays ! enjoy the spring weather

TOTE BAG WORKSHOP

Think about your summer plans, what are you hoping to accomplish? What places are you hoping to visit? Use your inspiration to guide your tote bag painting! You will need: - Tote bag - Cardboard (to place under) - Fabric markers - Gems -

Survey time!