9th Grade

Freshman Year Checklist Things to be thinking about throughout the course of the school year... 

Need to see a school counselor?

Tips for Freshmen

- Make sure you are enrolled in classes designed to prepare you for college

- Meet your School Counselor, they will likely be writing a college recommendation for you

- Talk about careers, professions, and/or studies that interest you

- Visit a the website VA Education Wizard- www.vawizard.org and take Career Assessments

- Join service organizations in high school and in your community that may expose you to new interests and possible careers

- Look for opportunities to work or volunteer with people who are professionals in careers that interest you. 

- Look for enriching summer programs that you can participate in during the summer

- Talk with your parents or relatives about your options, ambitions, and aspirations

- There have been increasing concerns about how students' social media image could be affecting their college and employment prospects. 

- If you start to feel overwhelmed, talk to someone! Tell your parents, counselor, or teachers, don't wait until it’s too late!

- Get involved!

- Enjoy being a TROJAN!!!

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