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Topics of Importance

Report cards

It's that time of year again!  First Semester Report Cards will be issued.  Please remember to make a copy and turn it in to your case manager.

Help Available for Christmas

If your family has a need this Christmas Season please talk with your case manager for assistance

WIB Students

Keep working on your list of requirements

Upcoming Events

Tips for Completing Employment Applications

• Follow written instructions and write neatly
• Answer questions accurately
• Emphasize your skills and accomplishments.
• Do not leave sections blank.  Put a line through the section or write “NA” for “not applicable” if it does not apply to you. 
• Use an erasable black pen to allow for changes and present a good impression.

Job Searching Websites:

www.monster.com                                              www.careerbuilder.com

www.rileyguide.com                                           www.Careeronestop.org

www.jist.com

Attendance

Please work on your monthly attendance.  Each PACT enrolled student who has 100% attendance for any given month will earn 20 "Baby Bucks" to be used for items of your choice (see For students "Baby Bucks" link on our home page. 

As per the PACT Student agreement, you need to maintain a minimum of 85% attendance each month, as well as keep a 2.0 GPA!

Any student planning to continue with their education following High School graduation can apply for Financial Aid beginning January 1, 2011. Applications can be accessed via the Federal Student Aid website www.fafsa.ed.gov. The deadline for the Pennsylvania Higher Education Agency (PHEEA) portion of the grant is May 1, 2011.  You will need your previous year’s tax return information to complete the FAFSA form.

Financial aid code for WCCC is 010176