All Things are Possible - Start Now!
College and career may see like a long way off, but if you start planning now, you'll be one step ahead. Being prepared is easy - and it opens up a world of possibilities in college. You'll find tips on what you need to know to help you through the process of planning and preparing for college by clicking on the link below:
Next Stop College - Planning and Preparing for 9th & 10th Graders
Things to think about during your sophomore year:
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Where are you headed?
- Think about a career
- Take a career assessment in Xello (f/k/a Career Cruising)
- Expect a lot of yourself
- Now that you know what career path you're on, do the following:
- Put together an academic portfolio
- Take the right high school classes
- Plan for standardized tests - ACT, PSAT, SAT, etc.
- Look into colleges
- Here's a sneak preview of what you can expect when it time to apply for college:
- Apply for admission
- Apply for financial aid (FAFSA)
- Understand the types of financial aid - scholarships/grants, work study & loans
- What can you do now?
- Stay on track
- Keep talking
- Get involved
- Start searching
- Work hard
- Keep saving
- Forecast your future
- Make summer count
Questions about your future? Please seek help from your school counselor who can point you in the right direction. During your sophomore year, school counselors will be coming into your classroom to assist you in filling out your 4-Year Course Planner in Xello which will help you plan your courses for the remainder of your high school years. They will also be meeting with you regarding your career exploration by creating or updating your research in Xello.
Make your sophomore year count! Your grades this year will affect your college and career choices in your senior year.
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