ALL THINGS MOCK INTERVIEWS!!

Juniors! Holy scheduling insanity! 

As you probably already know, we're expecting more snow (...more...snow...nooooooo). If you don't believe me, just consult your parents' Facebook and you'll see all sorts of weather related anxieties. Get the bread and milk folks because it will be flying off the shelves! 

Speaking of parents, currently, I'm at my folks' in Hurricane and traveling home tonight. In between rounds of board games and puppy snuggles, I'm here to remind you of some REALLY IMPORTANT information and deadlines relating to mock interviews. 

So, here we go...

FIRST: Review the full mock interviews task HERE. 

NEXT: Let's spell out requirements one more time with feeling. You MUST have prepared, PRINTED, and placed in your portfolios...

• Updated resume
• Cover letter
• 2 recommendation letters
• Generic job application (Gamestop app from class)
• Generic college application (Shepherd app from class) 

Let's also, take a moment to talk about where you can build these essential items. Last week, we created PathwaysWV accounts and used their resume and cover letter generators. 

Here is the handout from class explaining Pathways and resume and cover letter tips. 

Alright. So that's the skinny. You already have all of this information, but here is what I really ​need to stress.

​Come rain, snow, sleet, or shine,
You MUST have your portfolios complete and prepared by WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6. 

Now, for a bit more housekeeping.

You'll need to be prepared with professional dress for your interview next Friday, March 8. Table numbers and interview times will be provided in class next week. 

1st & 5th - You need a portfolio cover.
4th & 7th - Ms. Hutchinson has your portfolios. 

ALSO! 

If you do not have an access to a printer, here are some options. It is up to YOU to prepare for your interview Friday. We will use every minute of class time we have this week, but you should think ahead. 

• Having resumes and cover letters COMPLETE and READY TO PRINT the DAY we come back to school for in class or lunch time printing 

• Public library
• Email, upload, or save to USB for printing at Office Max
• Ask a family member who has a printer
• Ask a parent or guardian if they have print capabilities at their place of work

I have no doubt you'll be awesome and give a great interview! You are all such kind, engaged, and interesting people. This will be a solid experience for your moving on and up in the world. 

So, put in the work, get things done, reach out if you need help, and build a snowman if you want! 

All the best,
Mrs. H