College and Career Central
September 2022
UPCOMING EVENTS
Seniors:
FAFSA opens on October 1st
FAFSA Help Session for all seniors - October 11th at the Central Office from 12:00-3:00
College Application Week - October 17-21
WorkKeys - October 18th
NWSCC Manufacturing Day Field Trip - October 26th
Juniors:
Field Trip to UNA - October 18th
Sophomores:
PreACT - October 4th
Freshmen:
Complete four-year plans
Complete career assessments
Health Science
Agriculture
Automotive
BMA and Marketing
Fire Science
Computer Science
SOFT SKILLS
Soft skills are personal attributes that support situational awareness and enhance an individual's ability to get a job done.
The 9 most common soft skills employers want:
1. Communication
2. Teamwork
3. Positive Attitude
4. Adaptability
5. Critical-Thinking and Problem Solving
6. Self-Management
7. Respectfulness
8. Leadership
9. Computer and Technological Skills
Occupational Information Links
OOH ( Occupational Outlook Handbook ) is produced by The United States Department of Labor that consists of very detailed information on education, working conditions, job outlook, and licensing. https://stats.bls.gov/ooh/
https://www2.labor.alabama.gov/WorkforceDev/LOG/LOG.pdf
Occupational Videos. Over 500 captioned videos provide information about job duties, work conditions, and typical training and education. Windows Media Player is required for viewing. A link is provided for the free media player. https://www2.labor.alabama.gov/video/
Meet the Career Coach
Mrs. Tennille Sullivan graduated from the University of North Alabama with a Bachelor of Business Degree in computer information systems. She is currently working towards a Master's Degree in school counseling.
Her favorite thing about being a career coach is the ability to change a student's perception of their future in a positive way every day.
Favorite Quote: "Working hard is important, but there is something that matters more, believing in yourself." – Harry Potter
Email: tsullivan@colbert.k12.al.us
Website: https://www.colbertk12.org/Page/917
Phone: 256-386-8565