Upward Bound Math & Science
October/November 2015
Volume 4, Issue 2
Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, MO 64468
U P W A R D
B O U N D
M A T H / S C I E N C E
ACT Test Dates
December 12, 2015
“You cannot waste time standing in the same place
year after year. Don’t say someday or sometime. That
is the disease of inaction, a crippling fate where your
dreams slowly fade to never happen. Your dreams are
too important. There is nothing you cannot do. You are
unstoppable. Dare to live your wildest dreams now.”
-Brad Gast
April 9, 2016
June 11, 2016
Find Your Career Fit - Part 1 -- from Iowa College Access Network
From:
analyzemath.com
(ACT prep cite)
“Discovering what you will do for the rest
of your life is an interesting process that will
help you do well in high school. The only
way to find out if a career is for you is to
learn all about it. Once you have narrowed
down some career options, try them on for
size. These activities can help you
experiment with different careers and get a
foot in the door.
In the standard (x,y)
coordinate plan, the
graph of (x + 3)2 + (y +
5)2 = 16 is a circle. What
is the circumference of
the circle, expressed in
coordinate units?
a. 4 π
b. 5π
c. 3π
d. 8π
e. 25π
* Enroll in a class in a particular area of interest
to help you decide if you like the subject and if
you have or can learn the skills needed.
* Search for internships at local businesses or
organizations.
* Choose part-time jobs that allow you to
gain experience and help you build skills in
your chosen career.
* Participate in extracurricular activities and
take advantage of leadership opportunities.
* Join clubs that relate to your chosen field.
* Talk to professionals in the field or call a
college and ask to speak with faculty
members to find out more information.”
* Check with local organizations and businesses
for volunteer and job-shadowing opportunities.
Find Your Career Fit - Part 2 -- from Iowa College Access Network
(Answer on page 4)
“Experimenting with careers will not only
help you plan for the future; it will also
make you a better candidate for a job.
While your education and relevant work
experience are important factors in
landing a job, employers look for specific
skills and personal characteristics in a
potential employee. This list shows skills
and traits employers desire:
* Analytical and research skills. Can you
find the answers to problems?
For Vocabulary question
on page 4:
Answer: B
* Computer and technical skills. Do you
have the know-how to do the job?
* Communication skills (listening, verbal
and written). Do people understand what you
want? Do you understand what they want?
* Dedication and loyalty. Can you be counted
on to show up and work every day? Do you
believe in the company’s mission?
* Flexibility and adaptability. Can you roll with
the punches? Does change bother you?
* Honesty and integrity. Can others count on
you?
* Interpersonal skills. Are you sensitive to
others’ backgrounds and issues? Do you relate
well to others?”
(continued on page 4)
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September- College Planning Tips - from ICAN
Sophomores:
Juniors:
*Know yourself. What do you like to do,
what are you good at and what do you value
most? Make a list of your answers. The first
step in career planning is self-discovery.
*Colleges receive thousands of admission
applications each year. Be sure to meet with your
high school counselor to help yours stand out
from the crowd.
*It’s not too early to start thinking about
how to impress potential employers. Read
about the skills and traits employers want in
this issue.
*Plan to take the ACT and/or SAT exams. Get
ready for the exams by using online practice tests
or study guides at your local library or bookstore.
* Talk with family members, friends,
teachers, school counselors and coaches
about their college experiences.
*Check the entrance requirements of the colleges
that you’re planning to apply to, and find out
which test(s) you need to take.
*Look into campus visits. Some colleges host
special visit days for juniors.
Seniors:
*Are you narrowing your college choices?
Have you completed an admission
application? Are you aware of admission
deadlines and application requirements at
the colleges? Procrastination may cause you
to miss out on your first college choice or on
valuable scholarship dollars. Be sure to stay
on top of these tasks!
*Beware of scholarship search and financial
aid services that cost money. Much of the
information is available at no cost. Check
with your high school counselor for help
through the financial aid process.
-From: Iowa College Access Network
College:
“When you tire of dorm life, living off campus
is a step many college students take for a lot
of different reasons. The decision involves a
few new aspects and responsibilities.
Finding a Home
* Location. How close to campus do you
want to be?
* Sources. Check the ads in the local paper,
look online and scout campus postings for
rentals.
Making Living Arrangements
* Budget. Can you afford the rent on your
own?
* Personalities. Remember that a good friend
Parents:
*Work with your student to set clear goals
before you visit colleges. Work together to
create a list of targeted questions for your
student to ask during the tour. Your child’s
college selection criteria may not be the same as
yours, so talk about those differences.
*Don’t let a poor economy derail your child’s
college plans. Make sure you’re saving as much
as you can, because most of the burden of
college costs falls on you and your child.
Sometimes paying for college means a change
in lifestyle or finding alternative means of
funding.
-From: Iowa College Access Network
from class doesn’t necessarily make the best
roommate for you.
*Sources. Check online social media like
Facebook or MySpace for other students from
your college looking for roommates.
Paying the Bills
*Monthly expenses. Utilities, rent, repairs,
groceries and household supplies must be
budgeted.
*Transportation. Car payments, auto
insurance, registration, fuel and parking all add
up.”
-From: Iowa College Access Network
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Career: Meteorologist- from bigfuture.collegeboard.org
“We see them in action every evening as they
forecast the future—or at least tell us how likely
it is to rain. They’re meteorologists.
But most people in this profession do not work
in front of a camera. The biggest employer of
meteorologists is, in fact, a government agency,
the National Weather Service. And there are
also plenty of businesses that hire
meteorologists to help them make decisions
based on the weather. Those who don’t forecast
the weather conduct research, studying the
atmosphere, climatic changes, or environmental
problems.”
“Meteorologists are scientists who
study the atmosphere. They examine its
effects on the environment, predict the
weather, or investigate climate trends.”
Did you know?
“If you want to study long-term trends like
global warming, you can specialize in
climatology.
Are you ready to.....?
* Use data from satellites, radar, and sensors as well
as computer models to make forecasts.
* Work some nights, weekends, and holidays if
you’re posted to a weather station.
* Work alone if you’re in a small weather office.
* Do fieldwork or travel if you’re working for a
consulting firm or private company.
It helps to be...
Into computers and math. You’ll use computers as
well as complex math to interpret weather
information, such as the temperature, wind speed,
and humidity.
Education:
To become a meteorologist, you’ll need at least a
bachelor’s degree. A graduate degree is necessary if
you hope to conduct research.
From: bigfuture – by The College Board
Did You Know...?
Did you know?
“You don’t need to major in meteorology to
study the field in grad school, but you do need About a third of meteorologists work for the
to meet strict course requirements if you want to federal government.
start working for the federal government right
after earning your bachelor’s.
Outlook
Make High School Count
Government economists expect jobs for
atmosphere scientists, including
meteorologists, to grow about as fast as the
average for all careers through 2020. Still,
expect tough competition in the job market
because job seekers may outnumber job
openings.
Preparation is the key to any career. To become a
Meteorologist, you should:
Job growth in government will likely be
especially slow. Atmospheric scientists should
find the most available jobs in private industry
as businesses demand specialized weather
forecasts.
Compensation
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics, the average yearly salary in 2011
was:
*Atmospheric and Space Scientists:
$90,860
* Challenge yourself in advanced math and
science courses, including calculus, physics,
chemistry, and earth science.
* Take computer courses and get familiar with
technology. Much of meteorology involves
computers.
* Focus on your writing skills in English class.
Though this is a science, you’ll still need to write
research papers and lab reports that make sense
and communicate your ideas clearly.
*Explore the website of the American
Meteorological Society.
-bigfuture: by the 2015 The College Board
A Meteorologist at work
Find Your Career Fit – (continued from page 1)
“* Leadership and management skills. Can you
lead a team and organize projects?
* Motivation and initiative. Can you start a
project with little or no direction? Do you learn
new things easily?
* Planning and organizing ability. Do you pay
attention to details? Can you prioritize several
projects?
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Word of the Month
From: testprepreview.com
After practice, the
girls’ softball team
stated, “We’re
famished!”
Famished means…
A. Fatigued
B. Hungry
C. Excited
D. Ready
For
Question on page 1
Answer: D
www. analyzemath.com
(ACT prep)
* Reasoning and problem-solving ability. How
do you react when something goes wrong? Do
you have new or unique solutions to problems?
* Self-confidence and reliability. Can you work
on your own without a lot of supervision?”
From: Iowa College Access Network
www.icansucceed.org
Manage Your Money – from Iowa College Access Network
“There’s a lot going on in high school –
classes, homework, clubs, work, sports,
graduation…it may seem endless. You
might think you don’t need to know about
money management or that there’s still time
to figure that out later.
What does money management mean? For
you, right now, it may mean stretching
every dollar you make at your part-time job
or making your allowance last through the
month. When you begin to make all your
own financial decisions, it’ll mean a lot
more.
As you start making large financial
decisions—like paying for college and
renting an apartment—costs start adding up
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fast. Good management skills will help you
stay on top of those expenses. On the other
hand, poor money management can lead to:
* Difficulty getting loans or credit cards.
* Higher interest rates on loans and credit
cards.
* High auto, homeowner and renter’s
insurance.
*Trouble landing a job if your potential
employer checks your credit history.
*Being denied for housing, loans and other
credit opportunities.
Creating good financial habits now will
actually pay off (literally) later.”
From: Iowa College Access Network
www.icansucceed.org
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