Knowledge of College - Wright 2014-15
Course Description
Preparing for postsecondary education and careers requires considerable planning. This course provides the information a student needs to know in order to make an informed decision about their training and education plans after high school. Students will learn about selecting and applying to postsecondary programs, obtaining financial resources, gathering necessary documentation to ensure eligibility of services, and exploring the spectrum of programs and possibilities. In addition, students will strengthen their self advocacy skills by learning how to work with disability services, understand accommodations available, and discussing issues of disability disclosure in the postsecondary setting.
Grading
A Pass or No Credit grade is given at the end of each quarter. Grades will be issued on the following criteria: daily assignments, classroom participation, and attendance. Students are expected to complete homework on time and attend class regularly.
Course Goal
The goal of this course is to give students the background knowledge and planning skills needed for postsecondary education. In addition, they will be expected to demonstrate these planning strategies both inside and outside of class. To promote student responsibility and personal life skills, each student will bring all necessary materials to class, develop and organize a planning notebook, and complete assigned homework.