Freshmen

Thoughts to consider throughout Freshman Year:

• • What are my talents and strengths?

  • Which courses do I excel in and which do I have some difficulty with?

  • What extracurricular involvements appeal to me?

  • What careers or post-secondary options appeal to my interests and assets?

Planning Calendar

8th Grade

• • 8th Grade Curriculum Night (January)

  • Freshmen year course registration (February)

  • High school transition visit with high school students (June)

August

• • Freshmen Orientation

September

• • Student Activities Fair during TRIBES

  • Get to know your resources, teachers, and school counselor

  • Become familiar with checking grades and assignments on PowerSchool

October-December

• • Focus on study skills and time management

  • Explore opportunities to become involved

  • Guidance Orientation through Freshmen Academy classes

    • Freshmen Transition Survey

    • Career Interest Profiler

January-February

• • Plan sophomore year courses that will appropriately match your post-secondary plans

March-April

• • Keep grades up!

  • Utilize resources for help when needed

    • Teacher assistance

    • National Honor Society peer tutoring

    • Study group or study buddy

    • School Counselor

May-June

• • Explore summer programs and opportunities

  • Begin researching college and career options

Summer

• • Volunteer or secure a summer job