Resume

 

If you are wondering what every student should be doing this summer, one of the items that I hope you ALL have on your "To Do" list is to create or update your resume.

It is important to compile a detailed list of:
- all of your activities including clubs, community groups, and sports
- awards received - it is helpful to know the award name, who it was from and the reason for the recognition
- community service commitments with hours
- employment with hours

You can do this informally (just don't lose it!) on a sheet of paper or you can use a resume template.  The format isn't as important as having an organized, accurate list.  For what it is worth, most word document programs have a template, but they aren't necessarily focused on the types of activities and format that high school students might prefer and find applicable.  The Ohio Means Jobs K-12 website has a resume option that some students have liked using so that is also an option you can check out.

Adding to and keeping this resume list updated is an important step for students of every age because when you sit down to start working on your college applications they are going to ask you over and over again to list out these types of items so having a complete list available as a reference is key. I also hope it goes without saying that not only should the list be complete, but it should also be ACCURATE! Do NOT make up activities, awards, or other involvement that you did not participate in and did not earn!