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    RECENT NEWS

    5/9/16

    Attendance and Work Hours

    Updated Report: Term 2 Hours Report.

    You must have full attendence (10 pts for each Wk # in Q/Zangle AND at least 15 weeks of work averaging at least 10 hours per week to earn credit. Please contact me asap if you are concerned or uncertain regarding your status.

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    5/9/16

    Dangers of Misusing Credit

    Credit can be dangerous. If misused, it can result in economic disaster and emotional devastation. Download and open this Excel spreadsheet as we consider the long term financial consequences of credit abuse.

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    5/2/16

    Building Credit

    Credit is neither good nor bad. It's a tool and a darn useful one that's probably more important than most people think. Let's consider some effective strategies for building credit.

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    4/18/16

    Conflict Resolution

    Conflict is normal and valuable. It leads us to better, more equitable solutions. The key is not letting conflict grow into an interpersonal turf war. Let's consider some effective strategies for conflict resolution.

    Scholarship Opportunity

    If you have worked for an employer in the Conejo Valley for at least 1 year, have a min 3.0 GPA and plan to attend college next year, let me know if you're interested in applying for a $1,000 scholarship.

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    4/11/16

    FINAL PROJECT: Have a Plan

    Greatness doesn't happen by accident. The best way to accomplish your goals is to create a plan, implement it, regularly revisit and revise your action steps.

    Scholarship Opportunity

    If you have worked for an employer in the Conejo Valley for at least 1 year, have a min 3.0 GPA and plan to attend college next year, let me know if you're interested in applying for a $1,000 scholarship.

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    4/5/16

    BUDGETS!!!

    March budgets due this Friday, April 8 @ 5PM.

    Remember, March budget is supposed to track actual spending, so don't just make up numbers!!!

    Email a .pdf copy properly named for full credit.

    Email: twarfield@conejousd.org.

    Scholarship Opportunity

    If you have worked for an employer in the Conejo Valley for at least 1 year, have a min 3.0 GPA and plan to attend college next year, let me know if you're interested in applying for a $1,000 scholarship.

    You should have at least 6 and preferably 8 weeks of work hours reported by now. Get in those paystubs and don't throw away Particiaption Points. I will accept paystubs through Thurs April 7 EOP for March Participation.

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    3/22/16

    Leadership

    You don't have to be the boss to be a leader. In fact, others are always watching you and making decisions based on your actions. Here's the link to this week's assignment sheet, Leadership.

    I want to hear your thoughts.

    Remember, March budget is supposed to track actual spending, so keep those receipts!!!

    Updated Report: Term 2 Hours Report. You should have at least 4 and preferable 6 weeks of work hours reported by now. Get in those paystubs and don't throw away Particiaption Points.

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    3/14/16

    It's Your Career

    I often hear students complain that what they are being taught in school is neither practical nor important.

    You probably won't need to write a critical analysis of "Hamlet" as part of your job but those English language skills might be more valuable than you think.

    There's a link in this assignment sheet, "Business Cares" to an article from the Harvard Business Review.

    BTW, if you still haven't turned in your Feb Budget, get'em in. Some points are always better than no points.

    Remember, March budget is supposed to track actual spending, so keep those receipts!!!

    Notice: Term 2 Hours Report. You should have at least 4 and preferable 6 weeks of work hours reported by now. Get in those paystubs and don't throw away Particiaption Points.

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    3/3/16

    It's Your Money

    As I mentioned in class this week, we are going to be looking at managing money as a big part of this course for the entire term.

    The first step to managing your finances well in knowing exactly where and how you spend your money. Then, it's just a matter of deciding if you're happy with your spending.

    This document has some introductory info about budgeting.

    Hopefully, you have a sense of how to use the spreadsheet after this week's class meeting. We'll be completing the budget during class next week.

    For now, keep those receipts!!!

    Reminder: No class meeting Tues Mar 8, 2016.

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    2/4/16

    It's Tax Time!

    Please review and familiarize yourself with the following documents: Federal & State Income Tax Preparation.

    Having gone over the federal form (1040EZ) this week, we will be looking at the state form (CA 540 2EZ) next week.

    Please turn in completed forms using your actual information or substituting the provided wage and interest information from the W-2 and 1099 forms provided.

    REMINDER: Do not turn in any tax forms with you complete Social Security number.

    Tax forms assignment is due: Feb 19, 2016 5 PM.

    You may provide hard copies or email me .pdf documents (twarfield@conejousd.org).

    1/26/16

    HAPPY NEW TERM!

    Course Documents:

    Please review and acknowledge (student or parent/guardian - as appropriate) the Course Description.

      The following documentation should be completed no later than Feb 5, 2016. These documents may be turned in to Mr. Warfield's mailbox in the office, during class meetings or directly to Mr. Warfield in his office (Rm C27A):

    • Work Experience Training Agreement - NEW STUDENTS AND RETURNING STUDENT WHO HAVE CHANGED EMPLOYMENT

    In addition, all students under the age of 18 must renew or acquire their Work Permits with Ms. Ricafort in the College and Career Center with the beginning of the new term.

    I will be submitting the Work Experience roster effective Feb 2, 2016 to Ms. Ricafort who has graciously offered to prepare Work Permits for those Work Experience students who currently have permits on file. Students will still be responsible for obtaining all required signatures (employer and parent/guardian).

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    1/14/16

    UPDATED WORK HOURS REPORT

    This is the current Work Hours Report.

    You must have a minimum of 15 weeks of work averaging 10 or more hours per week to earn credit.

    1/4/16

    Happy New Year

    Congratulations, Class of 2016, today is the first school day of the year you graduate high school.

    Just in case you're still uncertain (which is good, normal and appropraite) about what the next step will be after graduation, here's some food for thought.

    Good Job, Bad Job

    Email me (twarfield@conejousd.org) a brief (less than 50 words) reflection on one of the four articles.

    Work Hours Report

    IMPORTANT

    This is the current Work Hours Report.

    The information is listed under your student ID number. You should currently have at least 10 weeks of work with an average of at least 10 hours per week to be on track for credit.

    If you do not, please get me pay stubs immediately.

    You cannot receive credit for Work Experience without a minimum of 15 weeks of work averaging at least 10 hours per week.

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    11/30/15

    Career Plan II - The Search Continues

    So, you identified a minumum of three possible jobs that seem to fit your personality profile.

    What's needed to get one of these jobs? How much does it pay? Will you need to leave Ventura county to find work?

    Please review this assignment and answer these questions for a minimum of three jobs. Assignments sent to the wrong email address will not be considered to have been turned in.

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    10/26/15

    Oct Budget Due - 11/6/15

    Midterm

    Yup, we've got a 1/4th of the way through assignment (or 1/2 for those of you who don't intend to stay on board for Term 2).

    As I promised, my goal for you is to walk out of here with a Career Plan along with some other useful skills.

    Step 1 is getting the results of the personality profile work we've been doing into a concise form for easy reference.

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    10/12/15

    Sept Budget PAST Due!

    Know Yourself, Find Your Career

    As we begin the Career Exploration process in this course, I'm asking you to consider who you are as a person.

    It's a bit of a trite saying but we really are all snowflakes. We may look very much alike to the untrained eye but upon closer inspection we each have our own uniqueness and beauty.

    So, are you a fluffy bunny, a lone wolf or a prowling panther.

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    10/9/15

    Sept Budget Due!

    Job Opportunity

    Employer: Kimball Petition Management
    1414 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Ste 213
    Thousand Oaks 91362 (805) 494-7771

    Business: We guide initiatives through the petition process, from starting an initiative to gathering and submitting petitions, in order to get initiatives on to the state ballot.

    Job: Data Entry
    Part Time: M-F 3:30 pm - 6 pm (12.5 hours) (We will accept HS students 17 and over with valid Work Permits)
    $12.00 per hour, paid weekly

    Responsibilities: check names and addresses against a database, for quality, validity, and eliminating duplication. data entry only. We are a casual workplace. Jeans, shorts, T-shirts are all okay. Reliable, detail-oriented person with a flexible mind a plus. Able to type approx. 45 WPM and be ability to read handwritten cursive writing. We do have a per hour benchmark you have to meet. but once you learn the system, it’s not hard to reach. You can even listen to music or a book or a podcast while you work so long as it does not impact productivity. Must be comfortable working on a laptop at first. We are in the process of expanding the office and will be getting in more desks and desk tops.

    Please send a brief cover letter (stating the position / hours you wish to apply for) and a brief resume.

    Contact: Sophia Saraicescu, Validation Dept Supervisor
    email: Validation.KPM@gmail.com

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    9/21/15

    It's Your Education

    After watching the Success in the New Economy video, many of you expressed feeling overwhelmed. Hopefully, we can look at these changes in the education and employment world in a way that clarifies expecations and generates excitement for the opportunities.

    I found some resources I want you to explore.

    The goal of this assignment is for you to explore and think about the materials. If you have an idea about a work product which better fits your learning style than the oral or media report, let me know.

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    9/3/15

    It's Your Money

    As I mentioned in class this week, we are going to be looking at managing money as a big part of this course for the entire term.

    The first step to managing your finances well in knowing exactly where and how you spend your money. Then, it's just a matter of deciding if you're happy with your spending.

    This document has some introductory info about budgeting.

    If you want to get started, I applaud you. If this feels a bit intimidating, we'll get into how to use the spreadsheet and the ideas behind keeping track of your spending during class meeting 9/8 - 9/10.

    For now, keep those receipts!!!

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    9/1/15

    What's in It for You?

    You've got a job. Why? Why are you working?

    Take a moment and give me a brief (5 words or less) response as to why you work. Double click on the "cork board" to write.

    Why Work?

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    8/28/15

    Job Opportunity

    If you are looking for employment, McDonalds on Wendy needs folks.

    They hold open interviews every Monday from 3 pm-5pm with one of their managers, Samantha.

    Questions, email me or call Maria (McDonalds manager) at (805)405-9377.

    Store address: 850 N Wendy Dr 91320

    McDonalds' Application

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    8/25/15

    Student Survey

    Please complete the following Google form not later than 5 PM Sunday Aug 30th.

    Introducing Yourself

    NOTE: YOU WILL HAVE TO LOGIN TO YOUR LEARN.CONEJOUSD ACCOUNT. IF YOU ARE HAVING TROUBLE LOGGING IN MAKE CERTAIN YOU PUT A "." AT THE END OF YOUR LOGIN ID.

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    8/25/15

    First Class Meeting

    ALL Work Experience student are expected to report to the PAC on Aug 27, 2014 @ 7:10 AM.

    Class Meeting Schedule:

      Students must attend weekly. Students will be grouped by alpha, may select a fixed weekday or may attend as convenient depending upon the group vote 8/27/15. Course meetings will be closed once 32 students have arrived or at 7:25 AM whichever comes first:

    • Tues 7:10AM Panther Lab/Library Conference Room
    • Wed 7:10AM Panther Lab/Library Conference Room
    • Thurs 7:10AM Panther Lab/Library Conference Room
    Note: The grace period on tardies is a privilege. IF it is abused, it will go away.

    Course Documents:

      The following documentation should be completed no later than Sept 12, 2014. These documents may be turned in to Mr. Warfield's mailbox in the office, in the College and Career Center (Rm B1), during class meetings or directly to Mr. Warfield in his office (Rm C27A):

    • Work Experience Training Agreement
    • Course Description Acknowledgement

    In addition, all students under the age of 18 must renew or acquire their Work Permits with Ms. Ricafort in the College and Career Center with the beginning of the new term.

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