Important Announcements

Things to get done

SENIORS

  • Discuss college majors with your counselor

  • Make a master calendar and record dates, fees, deadlines and due dates

  • Gather financial aid information

  • Complete the FAFSA - Your College and Career Advisors can help you fill out your FAFSA!

  • Complete and submit scholarship applications

  • Ask teachers/adults for letters of recommendation

  • Fill out college applications and essays – online

  • Update your resume & share with your recommendation letter writers

  • Prepare your portfolio (if needed) and put on a DVD

  • Follow-up on scholarship applications

  • Acceptance letters should start arriving!!

  • Colleges will generally tell you whether you have been accepted or not by April 15th. Financial aid award letters will usually arrive in April and May. You may want to start loan applications in May and June after you have decided which school to attend.

JUNIORS

  • Research college and training programs.

    • Whether you’re headed to a four-year college or a professional/technical training school, start researching options now.

  • Plan for the SAT and/or ACT.

    • Get a study guide for the SAT and/or ACT and start to prepare for the entrance exam you plan to take. Be sure to register for the exams in advance.

SOPHOMORES

  • Think about what you want for your future.

    • Part of deciding how much education or training you need after high school is thinking about the type of life you want. No matter what your goals are, you can start to figure out how much money you need to earn to support yourself and your desired lifestyle.

  • Think about what you want to study.

    • Figure out which next steps are right for you. Start thinking about possible programs of study: a group of courses that leads to a diploma, certificate, or college degree.

  • Get ready for junior year.

    • Do a little planning and extra studying now so you can hit the ground running. Once you receive your PSAT scores, set a goal for what you’d like to achieve on the SAT or ACT next year, and start studying and taking practice tests.

FRESHMAN

  • Take challenging classes

  • Keep your grades up (All 4 years of high school count)

  • Take responsibility for asking questions and seeking help in classes where you are having difficulty

  • Talk about your goals for the future

  • Begin compiling a resume of all awards and activities

  • Be involved in extracurricular activities

  • Be involved in extracurricular activities (Sports, Clubs, Volunteer)

  • Review your high school graduation plan and include dual-credit, Advanced Placement and Career-Technical Education Courses.