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At your school, you may have a college & career counselor, and/or a high school counselor helping you through the process. In the space provided, list the information for the primary contact people who will be the most help getting ready for the next chapter in life.  \nPage 1  \n| ROLE | NAME | CONTACT |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| High School Counselor |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n| College & Career Counselor |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n| Coach/Adult Mentor |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n| Military Recruiter |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n| Supportive Classroom Teacher |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n| THEC Outreach Specialist |  | Ph:\u003Cbr>Email: |\n\nCongratulations – You’re a Junior!  \nStuck midway between the fear of the first year of highschool and the excitement of the senior year, the junior year of high school doesn’t usually get the respect it deserves. In terms of your future plans, however, it’s one of the most important years.  \nDuring your junior year you'll make critical decisions about your future—decisions that could affect the rest of your life. The Next Guide is here to provide you with the tools to make the best decisions for you.  \n· Attend a four-year college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree  \n· Enroll in a community college first, and then transfer to a university after two or three years to earn a bachelor’s degree  \n· Obtain an associate degree or certificate at a community college  \n· Obtain a certificate or license from a Tennessee College of Applied Technology (TCAT) or other/ technical/vocational school  \n· Enlist in the military, or  \n· Immediately enter the workforce  \nIn this Guide, you’ll find resources and information on everything from financing your college education to writing a resumé . You’ll also find helpful information about college, scholarship, and job searches, and pages for recording important information you’ll need to access regularly throughout the year.  \nDON’T FORGET...  \nYour college/ career counselor is available throughout the year to help you through every step and answer questions.  \nTO HELP WITH COLLEGE AND CAREER PLANNING, THIS GUIDE HAS AREAS IN WHICH TO RECORD PERSONAL INFORMATION . IF YOU WILL BE CARRYING THE GUIDE FROM PLACE TO PLACE, OR ARE AT RISK OF LOSING IT, PLEASE DO NOT WRITE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION IN THIS GUIDE  \nPage 2  \nCOLLEGE .  \nYOU CAN GET THERE FROM HERE.  \nCOLLEGEFORTN.ORG  \nTable of Contents  \nSection 1  \nStaying on Track  \n9 Begin with a Plan  \n10 TN High School Graduation Requirements Checklist  \n11 Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSOs)  \n13 Work Values Inventory  \n16 Career Interest Inventory  \n18 TN Career Forecast  \nSection 2  \nCollege Knowledge  \n22 Why go to College?  \n23 College Lingo  \n25 Types of Colleges  \n26 Types of Degrees  \n27 Transferring from a Community College to a University  \n28 TN Public Universities  \n29 TN Community Colleges  \n30 TN Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs)  \n31 TN Private Colleges and Universities  \n32 What is the Best Fit for Me?  \n34 College Entrance Exams  \n35 ACT Prep Resources  \n36 College Fair Kit  \n37 Campus Visits  \n38 College Applications  \n40 Collecting Personal Information  \n43 Personal Statements & College Essays  \n45 Letters of Recommendation  \n47 Creating an Activity Resumé  \nSection 3  \nPaying for College  \n50 What is Financial Aid  \n51 Tennessee Financial Aid  \n52 Federal Financial Aid  \nSection 4  \nEnlisting in the Military  \n56 General Information  \n57 ROTC Programs  \nSection 5  \nJoining the Workforce  \n60 Joining the Workforce  \n61 Creating a Resumé  \n62 Sample Resumé  \n63 Creating a Cover Letter  \n64 Sample Cover Letter  \nSection 6  \nWhat's Next?  \n68 Junior Milestone Checklist  \n69 Planning for Senior Year  \nSECTION 1  \nSTAYING ON TRACK  \nStaying on Track  \nWherever you plan to go after high school graduation – whether you’re headed to college, the workforce, or the","cbCaiu63T1KQjAWc","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiu63T1KQjAWc","pdf",4664745,74,"English","# Staying on Track\n## Begin with a Plan\n## TN High School Graduation Requirements Checklist\n## Early Postsecondary Opportunities (EPSOs)\n## Work Values Inventory\n## Career Interest Inventory\n## TN Career Forecast\n# College Knowledge\n## Why go to College?\n## College Lingo\n## Types of Colleges\n## Types of Degrees\n## Transferring from a Community College to a University\n## TN Public Universities\n## TN Community Colleges\n## TN Colleges of Applied Technology (TCATs)\n## TN Private Colleges and Universities\n## What is the Best Fit for Me?\n## College Entrance Exams\n## ACT Prep Resources\n## College Fair Kit\n## Campus Visits\n## College Applications\n## Collecting Personal Information\n## Personal Statements & College Essays\n## Letters of Recommendation\n## Creating an Activity Resumé","[{\"question\":\"What should students do during junior year to prepare for college admissions?\",\"answer\":\"Create a plan using a monthly calendar, confirm courses with a counselor, explore AP/dual-enrollment, track service and leadership activities, research colleges and attend visits and fairs, and begin collecting portfolio materials for applications and resume building.\"}]","Junior-Next-Guide-2025 | PDF",1790761325,186]