PORT ANGELES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT PORTFOLIO CHECKLIST

 

Name________________________________________  Class:    Fr    So   Jr    Sr

Instructions:  Check off items as you include them in your portfolio, using this sheet.

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The Student as a Planner (Blue Folder:  see P.4 in Handbook)

1.  I have enclosed a career interest inventory and have chosen a career pathway (done in grades 9 or 10).

 

X

 

X

 

X

 

X

2.  I have completed a career research project (done in grades 9 or 10).

 

X

X

X

3.  I have enclosed my tentative academic plan for at least the grade beyond this year, and I have annually updated my 4-year plan (all grades).

 

X

 

X

 

X

 

X

4. I have participated in one or more of the following:  job shadow, work experience, or internship (optional grades 9 & 10, required grades 11 or 12).

 

 

 

X

 

X

5.  I have included information for specific tests I must take for post-high school programs, such as ASVAB, PSAT, SAT, or ACT (see Career Center for details).

 

X

 

X

 

X

 

X

6.  I have information regarding my post-high school plans – college, military, technical, or employment (optional grades 9-11, required grade 12)

 

 

 

 

X

 

 

The Student as a Learner (Green Folder:  see P.5 in Handbook)

7.  I have included a current copy of my high school academic history (distributed to your second period class before each portfolio check).

 

X

 

X

 

X

 

X

8.  I have included samples of my best work from my current and past classes. 12 maximum. I have completed self-evaluations for each assignment, with teacher initials (self-evaluation forms available in library or career center).

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9.  I have included examples of my computer skills, any other technological skills, and research skills (may overlap with #8).

 

 

X

 

X

 

X

10. I have included a current record of my attendance  (provided for you).

X

X

X

X

11. I have included examples of experiences and assignments I have had working with others, such as group/teamwork skills and leadership (may overlap with #8).

 

 

X

 

X

 

X

12. I have included evidence of participation in school and extracurricular activities and any awards or honors I have received.

 

 

X

 

X

 

X

 

The Student as a Citizen (Red Folder:  see P.6 in Handbook)

13. I have enclosed a record of my community activities and/or services, and included any honors and recognition I have received (opt. Grades 9-11, req’d grade 12).

 

 

 

 

X

14. I have included evidence of a valid driver’s license and insurance, or I have an explanation about how to obtain these (opt., but recommended grades 11-12).

 

 

 

X

 

X

15. I have demonstrated that I know how to complete a basic tax form (tax packet available in library or Career Center or you may include your own. Black out any identifying numbers.  ( req’d grades 11-12)

 

 

 

X

 

X

16. I have included a copy of my voter registration or an explanation about how to obtain one. (required grade 12).

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

The Student as an Employee (Yellow Folder:  see P.7 in Handbook)

17. I have a current job resume (see example resume in library or Career Center; (optional grades 9-10, required grades 11-12).

 

 

 

X

 

X

18. I have a sample letter of application and complete job application form (application forms in library or Career Center; optional grades 9-10, required grades 11-12).

 

 

 

X

 

X

19. I have a list of three references (with permission) and have enclosed two letters of recommendation (optional grades 9, 10, 11. Req’d grade 12).

 

 

 

 

X

 

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