Life After High School - Are You Ready?

We are interested in learning about what you plan to do after you graduate from high school. Please answer the questions in the survey so that we can do a better job of helping you prepare for your future.

Where are you now?

I live in...

Shasta County
Tehama County
Trinity County
Other:


How old are you?

14
15
16
17
18 or older


What is your gender?

Male
Female


Where do you live?

On my own
With parents or guardian
With relatives
With my foster family
In a Group Home
With a friend's family
With my spouse / boyfriend or girl friend
In a juvenile detention center


What Grade are you in?
9th
10th
11th
12th


What classes are you taking? - Check all that apply

I am taking core academic classes (English, Math, Science, Social Science)
I am taking PE
I am taking art
I am taking music
I am taking career-technical classes (Business, Computer, Family/Life Science,
        Industrial Technology, Agriculture)
I am taking ROP
I am taking WorkAbility
I am taking Work Experience.


Do you participate in these school activities? - Check all that apply.

Student Government
Sports
Clubs on Campus (Key, Drama, Chess, recycle...)
Student Organizations (FBLA, FFA, FHA)
Band
Choir
Yearbook
Student Newspaper
Volunteer / Community Service


Graduation - where do you stand? - Check all that apply.

I plan to graduate from high school.
I plan to earn a high school diploma.
I plan to take the GED.
I will earn a certificate of completion instead of a diploma.
I am worried about graduating from high school.


What are some of the biggest challenges you face when you think about graduation?
Check all that apply.


Credits
Classes I have to take to graduate
Senior Project
Earning a diploma
Being able to find a job
I need to work and go to school.
Other:


How would you rate your school experience? - Check all that apply.

I like school and enjoy most of my classes.
My classes challenge me.
I am proud of my success in high school.
I am learning what I need to know.
I wish school would teach me what I need to know about working.
I wish school would teach me about living independently.
I like school, but get frustrated in some classes.
I dislike school.


If you are taking this survey, you are receiving help in special education.

Yes No     Are you in a special day class?
Yes No     Are you in a resource specialist program?
Yes No     Are you receiving help from a special education teacher?
Yes No     Special Education is helping me be successful in my classes.


Do you know how you learn best? - Check all that apply.

I am learning the skills I need for work and at home in my classes.
I am aware of my disability.
I know my learning style and how I learn best.
My teachers allow me to use my learning style and strengths.
I know how to ask for help in my classes or at work.
I wish I knew more about why I am in special education.
I know what accommodations I need.


Tell us about your IEP. - Check all that apply.

I look forward to my IEP meeting.
I rarely talk in my IEP.
I know why we have IEP meetings.
I participate in my IEP and tell people what I need in the IEP.
My IEP helps me plan my future.


Are you ready for life after high school? - Check all that apply.

I am confident that I am ready to leave high school.
I am scared of life after high school.

I have certificates or a portfolio that shows my work related skills and training.
I know where I want to work.
I know where to get help to get a job.
I want to continue with my education or training.
I know where I want to go to continue my education or training.
I know where to get help to continue my education and training.

I know how to live independently and take care of myself.
I have transportation and know my way around the community.
I know how to manage my money.
I have the support I need (family encouragement, money, resources).
There is a computer at home that I can use.
I know where I can go in the community to use a computer.
I have an email address.

Where Are You Going?
Check all that apply.

I have a plan for my future.
I have taken classes that help me with my goals.
I want to work.
I have explored different types of work.
I have taken career surveys to identify my interests.
I have had a chance to job shadow.
I am sure about what kind of job I want.
I am not sure what kind of job I want.
I have worked and earned money.
I want to go to work - not school.
I want to go to work - and go to school.

I plan to continue my education after high school.
I want to explore what programs are available to me.
I want to go to school, but I will need help.
I want to go to a community college.
I want to go into the military.
I want to go to a school to learn about an occupation.

I know about how to get financial aid.
I know what agencies can help me get an education.
My parents are willing to help me go to school.
My family encourages me to go to work and school.
I have the resources I need to transition.

Are You Ready to Get There?
Check all that apply.

I have met with agencies that will help me after I graduate.
I have a driver's license.
I have a clean driving record.
I have looked into Shasta College.
I have looked into job training programs.
I have applied for a job.
I have figured out where I am going to live.
I have taken tests to get into college.
I have met with a counselor from CCC or Job Corps.
I have visited the Smart Center to learn about jobs.

How Can We Help You Get There?

I wish I could...

I wish my school would...

I wish I could get help with ...


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