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Sophomore Class
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College Planning Tip Sheet - 9-10th grade
SRCHS College and Career TimelinesFall
- Set-up a free account with collegeboard.org - you can research colleges and prepare for the PSAT/SAT
- Prepare yourself to take the PSAT - link your College Board account to Khan Academy
- Start preparing for the ACT by taking practice tests and studying
- Participate in a college fair/attend a college financial aid workshop
- Get involved with extracurricular and volunteer activities - be a leader inside and outside of school
- Review your PSAT score report and discuss areas that may challenge you, to be prepared for the SAT the following year
- Your GPA counts - stay on track with your courses, and if you are struggling, speak to your teachers or school counselor to explore possible solutions
- With a parent, research and discuss colleges and their costs and take a tour of a local college or university
Spring
- Begin your search for summer jobs, academic enrichment, and volunteer opportunities early
- Meet with your counselor to discuss summer Dual Enrollment opportunities, Junior year courses and your current GPA
- Plan a challenging course load for your Junior year (AP, AICE, and Honors) and discuss Dual Enrollment opportunities with your counselor
Summer
- Along with completing all summer reading assignments create a list of other books to read as well
- Find a summer job that offers valuable work experience and will help you along your path to college and a successful future
- Build your community service hours needed for graduation and the Bright Futures Scholarship