Dear English 12 Students and Parents: Iron Mountain High School has the unique graduation requirements of creating a resume, participating in a mock interview, and writing a follow-up thank you note. In conjunction with our commitment to preparing students for future employment, we have been fortunate to secure several businessmen and businesswomen who specialize in interviewing prospective employees. These businessmen/women will volunteer their time to give senior students a mock interview. In addition, Mr. Celello has included this assignment in his English 12 classes so that students will receive credit for the experience. On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, students will be participating in a mock interview at Bay College where students will be evaluated on their performance. Students will also be attending breakout sessions pertaining to life after high school. Students have been given copies of materials designed to assist them with their resumes and upcoming mock interviews. Many lessons have been and will be taught in English 12 to create a “perfect” resume and prepare our students for their interviews. Students are also expected to dress professionally, which has been discussed in class. We encourage you to review your student’s resume and assist them in dressing professionally—your help is greatly appreciated. Students who are not in an English 12 class this year must pick up the following handouts from Mr. Celello and show up for their mock interview scheduled time. * Resume examples * Thank you note assignment * Tips on interviewing * An interview report form on which students will be evaluated Students will need to write a “perfect” resume, complete a mock interview at Bay College, complete the assignment, and compose a follow-up thank you note using proper business format. Failure to do so will result in a zero on this part of the assignment. If a student is unable to participate in their mock interview on April 9th, they will be expected to contact Mr. Jerry Sardina, Superintendent of the Iron Mountain Public Schools, and arrange a time for their make-up interview. Mr. Sardina may be reached at 779-2600. This “make-up” interview needs to happen prior to April 9th, with all the “make-up” paperwork submitted to Mr. Celello by April 9th. Failure to meet these deadlines would, unfortunately, result in a zero for this assignment. If a student is absent on April 9th, please follow the same instructions—you will have until April 16th to complete your interview. We are very excited about this opportunity and are convinced it will be very beneficial to students when they find themselves in future interviews. Sincerely, Marcus Celello and Amy Pietrantonio Iron Mountain High School