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Student Portfolio Documents

Requirements for Student Portfolio
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
3) About Me Project/Presentation
4) What I Learned at Valley Statement
5) Letters of Recommendation
6) Panel Presentation
A resume is a brief description about a person's education, qualifications and previous work experiences typically sent in with a job application
 
To start your resume, open up Microsoft Word in Office 365 and select more templates.  Find a resume/CV template you like, open it up, and start changing the text to your personal information.
 
 
Resume/CV Sample
Sample Resume
A cover letter is a written document submitted with a job application outlining a person's credentials and interest in the open position
 
To start your cover letter, open up Microsoft Word in Office 365 and select more templates.  Find a cover letter template you like, open it up, and start changing the text to your personal information.
 
Cover Letter Sample
Sample Cover Letter
The About Me Project/Presentation is a piece of work which shares a part of your life with others.  It is typically in the form of a powerpoint/presentation, but can be anything you like.  Some  examples are a video, a book of artwork, a written statement, a performance, a rap, a poster, playing an instrument, or singing a song.  Please consult with your Connections teacher on what your About me Project can be.
 
If you plan on making a Powerpoint/presentation, here is a guide on what information to include.
About Me Powerpoint Guidelines
The What I Learned at Valley Statement is a 1 page document encapsulating the knowledge and life lessons learned while attending VHS.
 
You can begin this piece on Microsoft Word, Google Docs, or old fashioned pencil/pen and paper.  If you are having difficulty figuring out how to start, you can use this graphic organizer to help clarify your thoughts.
 
What I Learned at VHS Graphic Organizer
The Letters of Recommendation are letters written from your teachers and staff about your qualities and abilities, typically sent with a job application.
 
Please request letters of recommendation from your teachers and staff and keep them for future uses of applying to jobs.
 
 
Sample (Teachers/Staff Members create this document for you)
Sample Letter of Recommendation