The 3 Es (Enrolled Employeed Enlisted)

Post-Graduation Pathways

🎓 Enrolled (College/Trade School)

Students exploring the Enrollment pathway are interested in continuing their education at a trade school, college or university. It is important to **maintain good grades**, establish **good study habits and skills**, and take **challenging courses** as early as possible to prepare for higher education. Talking about college, researching college admission requirements, and visiting multiple campuses will give students a better understanding of what to expect. It is important to communicate with a school counselor and explore the courses that are relevant and rigorous that will coincide with their future plans, interests, and abilities.

WCHS's Graduates' Top 10 Colleges

Senior Year Enrollment Guide

Summer before Senior Year

Start visiting college campuses.
Work on your personal statement, college application essays, and begin your Common App.
Complete NCAA Eligibility if playing sports in college.

Fall/Winter

Compete Residency Determination Service (RDS).
Complete the FAFSA.
Apply to college(s).
Meet with a student services team member (school counselor, Gear Up Coordinator, CAC).
Continue visiting colleges (Seniors are allowed **2 excused absences** to visit colleges.).
Apply for scholarships and compare financial aid packages.
If you receive multiple acceptance letters, decide where you want to enroll.

Winter/Spring

Enter colleges you apply to into Naviance.
Commit to your college. Register for orientation.
Complete senior exit survey in Naviance to notify counselors where to send final transcripts.
Notify WCHS School Counselors of any scholarships awarded.
Celebrate graduation, and thank family, teachers, and counselors.

Summer after Senior Year

Contact your college with questions.
Attend orientation and register for classes.
Order books and other required materials for classes.

💼 Employed (Career)

Top 10 Qualities of a Job Candidate

Communication
Honesty
Technical Competency
Strong Work Ethic
Flexibility / Adaptability
Persistence (GRIT)
Team Player
Willingness to Learn
Problem Solver
Loyalty

Jobs in NC

How to Fill Out a Job Application

Interview Tips

There is a dire need for skilled workers, and labor shortages are abundant! Four industries seeking workers include the following:

Fire Sprinkler Installer

Careers in the Construction Industry

Architect, Carpenter, Concrete finisher
Electrician, Heavy equipment operator
HVAC technician, Mason, Plumber
Project Manager, Welder

Collision Repair

Non-Structural Technician
Steel/Aluminum Structural Technician
Estimating, Refinish Technician

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TechOps (Aviation/Technical Operations)

Aviation Maintenance Technician
Avionics/Electrical Technician
Machinist
Welder

GETTING STARTED

Complete an interest inventory to determine what careers may be right for you.
Explore careers - Research more about the Career Clusters and review the WCS CTE Course Guide to see which classes are best to take.
Plan your schedule with a student services team member.
- Schedule a meeting with your School Counselor, Career Coach, or Gear Up Coordinator who will assist in selecting classes to fulfill graduation requirements and prepare for a career path. Students may have the opportunity to complete an internship or apprenticeship while in school.
- Additional information can be found on the Career and Technical Education page.

🎖️ Enlisted (Military)

Are you interested in enlisting? **Click the images below to learn more.**

Also, feel free to stop by the JROTC classroom and talk to the instructors. Both are retired military members with a lot of experience helping students find resources and answer questions.