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Morton High School

COLLEGE AND CAREER

PLANNING GUIDE FOR SENIORS

2013-2014

J. Sterling Morton High School

District 201

American School Counselors Association National Standards for Students

Academic Development

Standard A: Students will acquire the attitudes, knowledge and skills that contribute to effective learning in school and across the life span.

A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning

A:A2.3 Use communications skills to know when and how to ask for help when needed

A:A3 Achieve School Success

A:A3.3 Develop a broad range of interests and abilities

Career Development

Standard A: Students will acquire the skills to investigate the world of work in relation to knowledge of self and to make informed career decisions.

C:A1 Develop Career Awareness

C:A1.2 Learn about the variety of traditional and nontraditional occupations

C:A1.7 Understand the importance of planning

Standard B: Students will complete school with the academic preparation essential to choose from a wide range of substantial post-secondary options, including college.

A:B1 Improve Learning

A:B1.2 Learn and apply critical-thinking skills

A:B1.6 Use knowledge of learning styles to positively influence school performance

Table of Contents

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|General College information | |

|ACT/SAT Testing Dates |1 |

|Financial Aid: Paying for College |2-3 |

|Illinois College Map and Websites |4-5 |

|Avoiding Proprietary (For-Profit) Schools |6-7 |

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|Option One: Bachelor’s Degree- 4-year college | |

|College Planning Timeline |8 |

|College Selection Hints |9 |

|College Deadlines |10-11 |

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|Option Two: Community College |12 |

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|Option Three: Military |13 |

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|Option Four: Work/Apprenticeship |14-15 |

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General College Information

Testing Dates

ACT TEST DATES 2013-2014

Register at:

ACT fees: ACT – no writing, $36.50

ACT + writing, $52.50

Ask your counselor if you are eligible for a fee waiver.

|Test Date |Registration Deadline |(Late Fee Required) |

|October 26, 2013 |September 27, 2013 |September 28 – Oct 11, 2013 |

|December 14, 2013 |November 8, 2013 |November 9 – 22, 2013 |

|February 8, 2014 |January 10, 2014 |January 11 - 24, 2014 |

|April 12, 2014 |March 7, 2014 |March 8 – 21, 2014 |

|June 14, 2014 |May 9, 2014 |May 10 – 23, 2014 |

Morton East Code 141410 Morton West Code 140303

Morton East Test Center 173850 Morton West Test Center 173540

SAT Test Dates 2013-14

Register at:

College Board charges a $51.00 fee to take the SAT. Your counselor can tell you if you are eligible for a fee waiver. Fees for Subject Test vary.

|Test Dates |Test |U.S. Registration Deadlines |

| | |Regular |Late (fees apply) |

|October 5, 2013 |SAT & |September 6, 2013 |September 20, 2013 |

| |Subject Tests | | |

|November 2, 2013 |SAT & Subject Tests |October 3, 2013 |October 21, 2013 |

|December 7, 2013 |SAT & Subject Tests |November 8, 2013 |November 22, 2013 |

|January 25, 2014 |SAT & Subject Tests |December 27, 2014 |January 10, 2014 |

|March 8, 2014 |SAT only |February 7, 2014 |February 21, 2014 |

|May 3, 2014 |SAT & Subject Tests |April 4, 2014 |April 18, 2014 |

|June 7, 2014 |SAT & Subject Tests |May 9, 2014 |May 23, 2014 |

* District 201 is not a test site for the SAT.

General College Information

Financial Aid: Paying for College

WEBSITES FOR FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

College Zone (Illinois Student Assistance Commission)

Federal Student Aid federalstudentaid.

FAFSA on the Web fafsa.

U.S. Department of Education’s FREE scholarship search FederalStudentAid.scholarship

If you are a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen, most of the financial aid you will receive will be a result of completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You can fill out the FAFSA at after January 1, 2014. When your FAFSA is processed, the schools you have identified will receive your information. The school will then tell you how much financial aid is available, including grants, scholarships, work opportunities and federal student loans. Below is a brief description of financial aid terms. For more information, visit .

LOANS

Federal student loans:

A federal student loan allows students and their parents to borrow money to help pay for college through loan programs supported by the federal government. They usually have low interest rates and offer attractive repayment terms, benefits and options. Generally, repayment of a federal loan does not begin until after the student leaves school. Federal student loans can be used to pay school expenses such as tuition and fees, room and board, books, supplies and transportation.

Stafford loans are for undergraduate and graduate students. There are two types of Stafford loans: Subsidized and Unsubsidized.

• Subsidized Stafford loans provide low interest rates and are available to students who demonstrate financial need based on income and other information provided on the FAFSA. A credit check is not required to receive these loans. The federal government pays the interest on these loans until six months after the student is no longer enrolled in school at least half-time.

• Unsubsidized Stafford loans provide low interest rates and are available to all students regardless of financial need (although the FAFSA still must be filed). A credit check is not required to receive these loans. The student is responsible for the interest, which may be paid while the student is in school or accrued and then added to the principal balance when the student enters repayment, which occurs six months after the student is no longer enrolled in school at least half-time.

Plus loans are low interest loans that parents can obtain to help pay the cost of education for their children. In addition, graduate students may obtain PLUS loans to help pay for their own education. PLUS loans require a credit check and, in some instances, an eligible cosigner. Repayment of PLUS loans begins following the final disbursement for the year. Graduate students and parents of dependent students may be able to defer repayment of their PLUS loans until after the student is no longer enrolled in school at least half-time, although interest will continue to accrue.

Private student loans:

A private student loan is a nonfederal loan issued by a lender such as a bank or credit union. Private student loans often have variable interest rates, require a credit check and do not provide the benefits of federal student loans.

General College Information

Financial Aid: Paying for College

GRANTS

Grants are also gifts that do not need to be repaid, but they are usually based on financial need. You qualify for grants by filling out the FAFSA. Most often, grant aid comes from federal and state governments and individual colleges. Available federal grants include:

• Pell Grant. These are federal grants awarded to undergraduate students.

• ACG. The Academic Competitiveness Grant is for college freshmen and sophomores who are eligible for Pell Grants and who took "rigorous" classes in high school.

• FSEOG. The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant is awarded to undergraduate students with exceptional financial need.

• National SMART Grant. The National Science and Mathematics Access to Retain Talent Grant is awarded to college juniors and seniors who are eligible for Pell Grants and are majoring in mathematics, technology, engineering, a foreign language critical to national security or physical, life or computer sciences. Students must also have grade point averages of at least 3.0 in their majors to be eligible.

• TEACH Grant. The Teacher Education Assistance for College and Higher Education Grant is for students who plan to teach in schools that serve low-income students.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are gifts; they don't need to be repaid. There are thousands of them, offered by schools, employers, individuals, private companies, nonprofits, religious groups, and professional and social organizations. Some scholarships are merit based. You earn them by meeting or exceeding certain standards set by the scholarship-giver. They might be awarded based on academic achievement, or a combination of academics and a special talent, trait or interest. Other scholarships are based on financial need. To receive a monthly email list of available scholarships, please sign up in Room 217.

WORK-STUDY

The Federal Work-Study (FWS) program provides part-time jobs for students with financial need to help them pay for their education. The program is administered by participating schools. It's designed to put you to work in the community, or in a job related to your study, whenever possible. You indicate your interest in work-study when filling out the FAFSA.

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General College Information

Avoiding Proprietary (For-Profit) Schools

Going to college is a goal for many Morton East students, but the process of choosing an institution is not always easy. Proprietary schools are for-profit businesses that provide education and training.  They often advertise on television, make phone calls to your home, and send out frequent mailings. Tuitions at these schools are expensive, credits obtained are difficult to transfer to other colleges, programs are not always accredited, and students can earn the same certifications and degrees at community colleges and public universities. If you are interested in a program/degree at a proprietary school (see below), please see your counselor who can assist you in making the best choices concerning post-secondary education.

Common Proprietary (For-Profit) Schools

American Academy of Art

Argosy University

Chamberlain College of Nursing

DeVry University

Everest College

Flashpoint Academy

Fox College

Harrington College of Design

The Illinois Institute of Art

International Academy of Design & Technology

ITT Technical Institute

Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Chicago

Lincoln College of Technology

Northwestern College

Rasmussen College

University of Phoenix

Westwood College

|Instead of this school… |Last Published Tuition Costs |How about these programs? |

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|Harrington College of Design |$18,600/year |Triton College: Visual Communications- approx. $7,500 year |

|International Academy of Design & Technology |$18,000/year |UIC, NIU, U of I Urbana, SIU |

|Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in Chicago |Associates Degree in Culinary Arts= $35,500 |Joliet Junior College: Culinary Arts degree- approx. $6,000 |

|(formerly The Cooking and Hospitality Institute of | |Moraine Valley: Baking and Pastry certificate- approx. $2,600 |

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|Westwood College | |Morton College: |

| | |Law Enforcement Education- approx. $4,000 |

| | |CAD/Drafting Technology/ Architectural Drafting Design- approx. $1,500 |

| | |Medical Records Assistant- approx. $2,000 |

| |Animation, Interior Design, Game Development |Purdue-Calumet: B.S. Game Development & Simulation, DePaul University. B.S. Computer game |

| |$79,800 |Development |

| | |National Latino Education Institute: Certified Bilingual Medical Assistant – approx. $7,500 |

| | |Triton College: Medical Assistant- approx. $5,200 |

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| |Computer-Aided Design/Architectural Drafting | |

| |$42,500 | |

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| |Criminal Justice | |

| |$71,600 | |

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| |Medical Assisting | |

| |$23,300 | |

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|Everest College (formerly Olympia College) |approx. $13,100/year |Morton College: CNA, LPN, or RN program. Prices range from approx. $500-6,000 depending on degree |

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|DeVry University |1 term- 4 months =$16,300 |Morton College: Automotive Technology, Automotive Service, Alternative Fuels. Prices range from |

| |2 terms- 8 months = $32,728 |$1000-$3,500 depending upon degree or certificate earned. |

| |3 terms- 12 months= $49,092 | |

| |Programs range from 3-9 terms | |

|The Illinois Institute of Art |approx. $25,100/yearly |UIC, NIU, U of I Urbana, SIU |

|Argosy University |$19,000/year |Morton College/ UIC/ NEIU |

|ITT Technical Institute |$16,356/year |Morton College: Automotive Technology, Automotive Service, Alternative Fuels. Prices range from |

| | |$1000-$3,500 depending upon degree or certificate earned. |

|Lincoln College of Technology (formally known as |Auto Tech Diploma- $23, 00 |Morton College: Automotive Technology, Automotive Service, Alternative Fuels. Prices range from |

|Lincoln Technical Institute) |Auto Tech Associate’s Degree- $27,000 |$1000-$3,500 depending upon degree or certificate earned. |

|Fox College |$14,680/year |Morton College: Office Management Technology ($4,500), Office Data Entry (approx. $600) |

|Northwestern Business College |$10,400/year |Morton College: Office Management Technology ($4,500), Office Data Entry (approx. $600) |

Morton College Tuition: $79 per credit hour or approximately $1,200/semester

Triton College (Out-of-District): $270 per credit hour

Option One: Bachelor’s Degree- 4-year college

SENIOR YEAR COLLEGE PLANNING TIMELINE

Senior Year

Fall

□ Keep working on your grades. Make sure you have taken the courses necessary to graduate in the spring.

□ Continue to participate in extracurricular and volunteer activities. Demonstrate initiative, creativity, commitment, and leadership in each.

□ Check resource books, computer programs, and your guidance office (Room 217) for information on scholarships and grants.

□ Write a personal statement. Have several people proofread it and give you advice.

□ Give recommendation forms to the teachers you have chosen, along with stamped, self-addressed envelopes so your teachers can send your letter directly to the college(s).

□ Verify, with your counselor, the schools to which transcripts, test scores, and letters are to be sent. Give your counselor any necessary forms at least two weeks before they are due or whenever your counselor’s deadline is, whichever is earlier.

□ Register for and re-take the ACT Assessment, if necessary.

□ Mail or send electronically any college applications for early-decision admission by November 1.

□ If possible, visit colleges while classes are in session.

Winter

□ Attend whatever college-preparatory nights are held at your school or by local organizations.

□ Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). These forms can be at . These forms may not be processed before January 1, so don’t send them before then.

□ Mail or send electronically any remaining applications and financial aid forms before winter break. Make sure you apply to at least one college that you know you can afford and where you know you will be accepted.

Spring

□ Watch your mail between March 1 and April 1 for acceptance notifications from colleges.

□ Watch your mail for notification of financial aid awards between April 1 and May 1.

□ Compare the financial aid packages from the colleges and universities that have accepted you.

□ Make your final choice, and notify all schools of your intent by May 1. If possible, do not decide without making at least one campus visit. Send your nonrefundable deposit to your chosen school by May 1 as well. Request that your guidance counselor send a final transcript to the college in June.

□ Be sure that you have received a FAFSA acknowledgment.

□ Complete follow-up paperwork for the college of your choice (scheduling, financial aid, orientation session, housing arrangements, and other necessary forms).

Summer

□ Receive the orientation schedule from your college.

□ Get residence hall assignment from your college.

□ Obtain course scheduling and cost information from your college.

□ Congratulations! You are about to begin the greatest adventure of your life. Good luck.

Option One: Bachelor’s Degree- 4-year college

COLLEGE SELECTION HINTS

Career Cruising

College Board

Know How to Go

I’m Going

Get organized

Make sure to:

Plan ahead

Meet all deadlines EARLY. Early is better than late.

Complete and submit applications to three to five colleges.

After meeting with their counselor, students should group application in the following

categories (individual circumstances vary):

a. a "reach" college (wishful hope for admittance)

b. a "probable" college (pretty sure of admittance)

c. a "sure entry" college (clear admittance).

Submit applications at the earliest possible date.

Make a good impression by applying early in the filing period. Early applicants often receive

more attention than applicants just meeting the deadline. As a result, first applicants may have an edge when it comes to admission. Such is especially true of "rolling admission process" colleges. The Morton Guidance Department recommends that all out-of-state public universities'

applications be submitted as early in the fall of senior year as possible, and no later than December 1st.

Take time with your applications.

Make sure they are neat and correct. Always type or print neatly. It is impossible to be too neat

but easy to be careless and make a poor impression. Explain any circumstances affecting your high school performance, why you chose to apply, and clarify your special talents and extracurricular activities if appropriate.

Write a strong essay. Your English teacher will help you write this essay.

Many colleges require an essay as part of the college application. The following are some helpful

suggestions:

a. Begin the rough draft in September; don't wait until the last minute.

b. Seniors are welcome to see their counselors for assistance.

c. Write a rough draft and make corrections for sentence structure, grammar and

punctuation. Your English teacher or counselor might be able to give you some

pointers.

d. Type your final draft, then triple-check to eliminate typographical errors.

Recommendation letters may be required; plan ahead. Ask your teacher or counselor for the Letter Of recommendation Student Information Form.

Request them early! Clarify to whom recommendations should be sent and when they are due. Provide any helpful information such as your activities and anticipated college major. A rushed recommendation may not be in your best interest.

Make sure your college file is complete.

After the application filing period, call or check on-line with the college admission office and ask if any materials are needed to complete your file (scores, transcript, recommendations, etc.).

Take the time to leave a good impression.

If you have made an appointment for a college tour, keep it. If you have had a tour, write and

thank the college admission officer. They do "keep track" of interested students.

Option One: Bachelor’s Degree- 4-year college

2013-14 College/University Deadlines

and Tuition Rates

* Illinois Public College/Universities

|COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY |Priority Filing |Regular Deadline |Estimated |

| |Deadline | |Tuition Rates |

|Benedictine University |---------NA---------- |Rolling Admission |Tuition $25,000 |

|ben.edu | | |Room & Board $6,000 |

|* Chicago State University |May 1, 2014 |Rolling Admission |Tuition $11,000 |

|csu.edu | | |Room & Board $ 8,200 |

|Columbia College |---------NA---------- |May 1, 2014 |Tuition $19,200 |

|colum.edu | | |Room & Board $12,700 |

|Concordia University |Apply by December 15th and receive|May 1, 2014- applications after|Tuition $26,000 |

|cuchicago.edu |a letter by January 1, 2014 |that date may be considered |Room & Board $9,000 |

|DePaul University |November 15, 2013 |February 1, 2014 |Tuition $32,000-34,000 |

|depaul.edu | | |Room & Board $7000 -10,000 |

|Dominican University |February 1st, 2014 for best |Dominican suggests that |Tuition $28,000 |

|dom.edu |scholarship opportunities. |students apply by March, |Room & Board $9,000 |

| | |however, will accept until June| |

| | |1st | |

|Elmhurst College |---------NA---------- |June 1, 2014 |Tuition $32,000 |

|elmhurst.edu | | |Room & Board $9,000 |

|* Eastern Illinois University |November 15, 2013 |Rolling Admission |Tuition $11,000 |

|eiu.edu | | |Room & Board $9,000 |

|Illinois Institute of Technology |December 1, 2013- Early Action- is|August 1, 2014 |Tuition $37,000 |

|iit.edu |NOT binding | |Room & Board $13,000 |

|* Illinois State University |November 15, 2013 |April 1, 2014 |Tuition $13,000 |

|isu.edu | | |Room & Board $9,500 |

|Lewis University |December 1, 2013 |April 15, 2014 |Tuition $26,000 |

|lewisu.edu | | |Room & Board $8,000 |

|Loyola University |December 1, 2013 |Rolling Admission |Tuition $34,000 |

|luc.edu | | |Room & Board $8,000 |

|North Central College |---------NA---------- |Rolling Admission |Tuition $31,000 |

|northcentralcollege.edu | | |Room & Board $9,000 |

Option One: Bachelor’s Degree- 4-year college

2013-14 College/University Deadlines

and Tuition Rates

* Illinois Public College/Universities

|COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY |Priority Filing |Regular Deadline |Estimated |

| |Deadline | |Tuition Rates |

|* Northeastern Illinois University |---------NA---------- |July 1, 2014 |Tuition $11,500 |

|neiu.edu | | |Room & Board (no dorms) |

|* Northern Illinois University |November 1, 2013 |August 1, 2014 (or as space |Tuition $13,000 |

|niu.edu | |permits) |Room & Board $11,000 |

|Northwestern University |November 1, 2013 |January 2, 2014 |Tuition $43,000 |

|northwestern.edu | | |Room & Board $13,000 |

|Roosevelt University |---------NA---------- |Rolling Admission |Tuition $26,000 |

|roosevelt.edu | | |Room & Board $10,00-$15,000 |

|Saint Xavier University |Not Listed |Not Listed |Tuition $27,000 |

|sxu.edu | | |Room & Board $10,000 |

|* SIU – Carbondale |December 1, 2013 |May 1, 2014 |Tuition $11,100 |

|siuc.edu | | |Room & Board $9,000 |

|* SIU – Edwardsville |December 1, 2013 |May 1, 2014 |Tuition $9,500 |

|siue.edu | | |Room & Board $8,500 |

|* U of I – Springfield |-----------NA---------- |May 1, 2014 |Tuition $28,000 |

|uis.edu | | |Room & Board $7,000 |

|* U of I – Urbana/Champaign |November 1, 2013 |January 2, 2014 |Tuition $15,000 – 20,000 |

|illinois.edu | | |Room & Board $10,500 |

|*U of I – Chicago (UIC) |-----------NA---------- |January 15, 2014 |Tuition $14,000 |

|uic.edu | | |Room & Board $10,500 |

|University of Chicago |November 1, 2013 |January 2, 2014 |Tuition $43,500 |

|uchicago.edu | | |Room & Board $13,000 |

|* Western Illinois University |---------NA---------- |May 15, 2014 |Tuition $10,500 |

|wiu.edu | | |Room & Board $8,850 |

Option Two: Community College

Benefits of Attending Community College

morton.edu

triton.edu

1. Opportunity to improve academic performance

• After completing 2 years at Morton College 4-year universities will look ONLY at your Morton transcript NOT your high school transcript.

2. Career certificate, career program or university transfer programs available:

• Career Certificate: Technical training in a specific area that allows for employment in entry-level positions. Time for certificate completion can range from a semester to 2 years.

▪ Examples: Administrative secretary, Medical Records Asst., Early Childhood Asst., Therapeutic Massage, Computer Repair Technician.

• Career Program: Prepares student for employment immediately following graduation from Morton College. Time to complete program is typically 2 years. You earn an Associate Degree in Applied Science.

▪ Examples: Automotive Technology, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Law Enforcement Education, Nursing, Physical Therapist Asst., Computer Aided Design

• University Transfer Programs: These programs fulfill the first 2 years of study for students who are planning on transferring to a 4-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree. Students complete 62 credit hours in 1 of 4 Programs:

▪ Associate in Arts

▪ Associate in Science

▪ Associate in Fine arts

▪ Associate in Liberal Studies

3. Individualized attention

4. Convenient location

5. Cost of attendance

• Morton College: “In district” means you attend the college that is located in the community you live in. Tuition is the cheapest.

o Morton College – In District tuition: $79 a credit hour

• If you choose to attend a community college outside of the district area in which you live tuition is much more expensive.

o Triton College ($270/credit hour)

o COD (College of DuPage) – Out of District tuition: $329/credit hour

• HOWEVER, there are 2 ways/reasons you can receive “in district” tuition if you attend an “out of district” community college:

o You work full-time in the college area.

o You are interested in a program that Morton does not offer.

▪ Example: Culinary Arts.

Option Three: Military

Military





Before serving in the Military, there are a few things a young adult can do to prepare. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help young adults discover suitable jobs. Likewise, they must meet certain requirements to serve, including age, educational and physical prerequisites. Once committed to service, training begins in the form of boot camp (officially called Initial Entry Training). College students interested in entering the Service as officers may elect to enroll in their school’s Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program or other service-oriented commissioning programs. Military academies and colleges provide another route to a college degree and officer status.

U.S. Army

The Army's mission is to protect the security of the United States and its vital resources. The Army is constantly ready to defend American interests and the interests of our allies through land-based operations anywhere in the world. Army men and women work in a variety of jobs ranging from general administration to the operations and maintenance of the Army's many thousands of weapons, vehicles, aircraft carriers, and technical electronic systems.

Find out more about the U.S. Army at or 1.888.550.ARMY.

U.S. Navy

The U.S. Navy plays an important role in helping to maintain the freedom of the United States. The Navy defends the right to travel and trade freely on the world's oceans and protects our country and national interests overseas during times of international conflict. Navy personnel serve on ships at sea, on submarines under the sea, in aviation positions on land and sea, and at shore bases around the world.

Find out more at or 1.800.USA.NAVY.

U.S. Air Force

The U.S. Air Force defends the United States through control and exploitation of air and space. The Air Force flies and maintains aircraft, such as long-range bombers, supersonic fighters, Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft, and many others to protect the interests of America and its allies.

Find out more at or 1.800.423.USAF.

U.S. Marine Corps

The U.S. Marine Corps has grown to become one of the most elite fighting forces in the world. Marines fly planes and helicopters, operate radar equipment, drive armored vehicles, and gather intelligence along with hundreds of other jobs. Training programs offer challenging and progressive skill development with emphasis on the development of mental strength and physical prowess.

Find out more at or 1.800.MARINES.

U.S. Coast Guard

The U.S. Coast Guard's mission is to protect America's coastlines and inland waterways by enforcing customs and fishing laws, combating drug smuggling, conducting search and rescue missions, maintaining light houses, and promoting boat safety. The Coast Guard is part of the Department of Transportation and in times of war, may be commissioned to the Department of Defense under the command of the Navy.

Find out more at or 1.877.NOW.USCG.

Option Four: Work/Apprenticeship

Work

Apprenticeship Programs

CAREER INFORMATION/JOB SITES

US Department of Labor

Occupational Outlook Handbook stats.oco

Illinois Department of Employment Security ides.page.aspx?item=38

Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship is a combination of on-the-job training and related instruction in which workers learn the practical and theoretical aspects of a highly skilled occupation. Apprenticeship programs can be sponsored by individual employers, joint employer and labor groups, and/or employer associations. If you are interested in pursuing an apprenticeship contact:

Maywood IDES Office

35 S 19th Ave

Maywood, IL 60153

Phone: (800) 244-5631

|Apprenticeship |Description |

|Architectural Iron Worker |Perform field fabrication & production and install iron works that are not part of a structural frame. |

|Boilermaker |Works with boilers and vats. |

|Brick & Stone Mason |Lay brick and stone using tools such as a trowel, level, and brick hammer. |

|Bricklayer (Chicago) |Installs brick, block, stone, marble, granite, and various other clay, concrete, or natural materials. |

|Carpentry |Offers a choice of a number of specialties including: construction, mill-cabinet, flooring, millwright, |

| |pile-driver, interior systems, and lather. |

|Cement Mason (Bellwood) |Lays and finishes concrete using hand and power tools. |

|Ceramic Tile Layer |Install ceramic, mosaic, quarry, marble tile, and decorative tiles. |

|Construction Driver |Hauls and unloads material and equipment to and from construction job sites. |

|Drywall Finisher |Prepares drywall surfaces for painting and papering. |

|Electrician (Alsip) |Installs and maintains electrical wiring and apparatus. |

|Glazier |Installs metal framing, glass reflective panels, door glass, mirrors, and plexiglass in residential, |

| |commercial, and industrial Buildings. |

|Heat & Frost Insulator |Work with commercial and industrial insulation. |

|Iron Worker (Aurora) |Perform structural, ornamental, reinforcing and machinery moving and rigging. |

|Laborer/Construction |Perform a variety of manual tasks using a number of types of tools & machinery. |

|Non-Union Apprenticeship Programs |Non-Union Apprenticeship Programs |

|Operating Engineer |Runs heavy equipment like bulldozers, power shovels, graders and derricks. |

|Painter/Decorator |Applies paint and paper to outdoor and indoor walls |

|Painter/Drywall Finisher |Applies coats of paint, varnish, staining, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior|

| |surfaces, trimmings, and fixtures of buildings and other structures. |

|Pattern Maker |Makes metal foundry patterns, core boxes and match plates. |

|Pipe Fitter |Installs and repairs low-and high-pressure pipe systems. |

|Plasterer |Applies plaster to interior walls and ceiling |

|Plumber & Pipefitters (Aurora) |Plan, ready, install, and maintain water supplies, sewers, drains, and water and vent piping. |

|Plumber (Chicago) |Installs and maintains pipe and water systems. |

|Roofer & Waterproofer |User a wide range of products and application techniques for applying hot asphalt, hot coal, tar pitch, |

| |etc... |

|Sheet Metal Worker (Bellwood) |Works with sheet metal products such as ventilation units. |

|Sign Painters |Requires knowledge of sign painting tools, materials and equipment. |

|Sprinkler Fitter |Installs fire-protection and irrigation systems |

|Structural Iron Worker |Assembles, installs and maintains iron and steel structures. |

|Technical Engineer |Perform control, preliminary & construction surveys. |

|Tile Finisher |Clean, grout, and polish tile and other installed materials. |

|Tool and Die |Produce tools, dies, and special guiding and holding devices that are used in machines that produce a |

| |variety of products. |

|Tuckpointer |Erects scaffolding, shoring and braces, and seals outside surfaces |

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Morton East High School

Counseling Department

Senior Lesson – POST

Please rate your knowledge in the following areas, place a check mark next to the appropriate box:

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|1. |I have a better understanding of financial aid & scholarship resources (FAFSA, | | | | |

| |Scholarship Group) | | | | |

|2. |I understand the difference between a community college and a college/university. | | | | |

|3. |I have a better understanding of my military options (i.e. Army, Navy, Marines, etc.).| | | | |

|4. |I have a better understanding of apprenticeship options (i.e. contact numbers, | | | | |

| |different kinds of trades) | | | | |

|The information provided today met my needs: |YES | |NO | |

|If NOT, what type of information would have been more helpful? |

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Undocumented Students

On August 1st, 2012 Governor Pat Quinn signed the Illinois DREAM Act into law creating a privately-funded scholarship program for documented and undocumented immigrants. The Act authorizes the Illinois DREAM Fund to provide scholarships to students who:

• have at least one immigrant parent

• have attended school in Illinois for three years and

• have graduated from high school or received a GED in Illinois.

While the Illinois DREAM Act does NOT create a path to citizenship like the federal proposal, this state act will make it easier for children of noncitizens to attend college. When information about applying for these scholarships is made available, Morton East counselors will share it with staff, students and parents. For more information visit .

2013 - 2014

Interested in the military? Take the ASVAB. (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery)

See Ms. Cutean in Room 217 for Morton East test dates.

See Ms. Enright in Room A117 for Morton West dates

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