Welcome to PHS!
Freshman year is an exciting year for you! Take full advantage of all of the great things the high school has to offer as you prepare for your future!
Here is what you will learn about as a freshman to become Career and College ready:
- update personal inventories to identify any key changes that could affect goals and plans.
- understand the potential cost and potential benefits of the various post-secondary options.
- be exposed to available post-secondary opportunities and financial planning that supports their potential academic and career goals.
- develop a strong understanding of grades, credits, and transcript as it relates to post-secondary plans.
- be introduced to INSPIRE Sheboygan County and understand the role of career coaches, job shadowing, and work based learning activities.
- understand the importance of school and community involvement through extracurricular activities, employment, and volunteer activities.
High School Planning
Having a plan is good idea, especially when it comes to your education. Stop here to get an idea of what you should be doing your freshman year of high school. Each of these will better prepare you and build confidence as you take your next steps.
Having a plan is good idea, especially when it comes to your education. Stop here to get an idea of what you should be doing your freshman year of high school. Each of these will better prepare you and build confidence as you take your next steps.
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Freshman Year
· Build a flexible schedule allowing for study time, extracurricular activities, and your other interests. Use a planner, calendar or electronic organizer to help you get organized.
· Get involved only in extracurricular activities in which you have a genuine interest and those to which you are willing to make the necessary time commitment.
· Take the ACT ASPIRE test (practice ACT); assess areas in need of improvement
· Make a four-year plan schedule of classes that ensures all graduation requirements will be completed by senior year as well as increases your eligibility to attend the college of your choice (this should be done in your Career Portfolio)
· Begin/continue your Career Portfolio progress in Xello.
· Start developing a resume by keeping a track of your accomplishments including articles about yourself, awards that you have won, and activities in which you have participated (use the Career Cruising Portfolio feature).
· Get to know your School Counselor!
· Find out about summer jobs and how to gain the skills necessary to obtain one.
· Look into volunteer opportunities that will expand your experience and skills.
· Start thinking about job shadowing during sophomore year
· Find YOUR PASSION!
· Build a flexible schedule allowing for study time, extracurricular activities, and your other interests. Use a planner, calendar or electronic organizer to help you get organized.
· Get involved only in extracurricular activities in which you have a genuine interest and those to which you are willing to make the necessary time commitment.
· Take the ACT ASPIRE test (practice ACT); assess areas in need of improvement
· Make a four-year plan schedule of classes that ensures all graduation requirements will be completed by senior year as well as increases your eligibility to attend the college of your choice (this should be done in your Career Portfolio)
· Begin/continue your Career Portfolio progress in Xello.
· Start developing a resume by keeping a track of your accomplishments including articles about yourself, awards that you have won, and activities in which you have participated (use the Career Cruising Portfolio feature).
· Get to know your School Counselor!
· Find out about summer jobs and how to gain the skills necessary to obtain one.
· Look into volunteer opportunities that will expand your experience and skills.
· Start thinking about job shadowing during sophomore year
· Find YOUR PASSION!
Academics
Academic and Career Planning Guide: Click on the link to view the most recent ACP Guide
Course Selection Information: Click on the link to go to Course Selection Information page
PEP Talks
April 8 - April 19
Megan Rickmeier (A-I)
Theresa Theune (J-P)
Erik West (Q-Z)
Freshmen PEP Talks Topics:
- Build a positive dialogue between school and home
- Share information about students’ strengths, interests, abilities and potential
- Share information and resources available through the school and community
- Assist students and parents to manage the educational and career planning process
- Identify, plan, and evaluate educational and career goals
- Assist students in transitioning to the next phase of their lives
- Goals and Career Plans
- Strengths and Interests
- Learning Styles
- Co-curricular Activities
- Volunteer Activities
- Career Exploration
- Assessment and Planning
- Career Cruising
- Post-Secondary Planning
- Program Plan of Study/Course Selection
Freshman PEP Talk Presentation: Click on the link to view the Freshman PEP Talk presentation
April 8 - April 19
Megan Rickmeier (A-I)
Theresa Theune (J-P)
Erik West (Q-Z)
Freshmen PEP Talks Topics:
- Build a positive dialogue between school and home
- Share information about students’ strengths, interests, abilities and potential
- Share information and resources available through the school and community
- Assist students and parents to manage the educational and career planning process
- Identify, plan, and evaluate educational and career goals
- Assist students in transitioning to the next phase of their lives
- Goals and Career Plans
- Strengths and Interests
- Learning Styles
- Co-curricular Activities
- Volunteer Activities
- Career Exploration
- Assessment and Planning
- Career Cruising
- Post-Secondary Planning
- Program Plan of Study/Course Selection
Freshman PEP Talk Presentation: Click on the link to view the Freshman PEP Talk presentation
Extra-Curricular Opportunities
At Plymouth High School, students are highly encouraged to be involved in extra-curricular activities.The wide variety of activities offered allows students to experience new things, explore interests, and learn how to become active members of the school community.
Extra-curricular activity involvement is also regarded highly in all post-secondary options (tech schools, colleges, military, employers).
Get involved today!
Extra-Curricular & Other Opportunities: Click on the link for more information about the variety of opportunities PHS provides.
At Plymouth High School, students are highly encouraged to be involved in extra-curricular activities.The wide variety of activities offered allows students to experience new things, explore interests, and learn how to become active members of the school community.
Extra-curricular activity involvement is also regarded highly in all post-secondary options (tech schools, colleges, military, employers).
Get involved today!
Extra-Curricular & Other Opportunities: Click on the link for more information about the variety of opportunities PHS provides.
Mental Health/Community Resources
Part of being your best self means staying healthy, both physically and mentally. If you or someone you know is struggling for any reason, don't hesitate to ask for help.
Mental Health & Community Resources: Click here for mental health and other community resources.
