Create a balanced routine
Manage your time effectively
Create space for self-care and rest
Prioritize a healthy sleep schedule
Etc.
Get organized early in the school year
With your teacher's websites
Where to find Homework for each class
Get involved
Join a club, play a sport, volunteer your time
Attend Freshman, college, and career-related events
See DHS College and Career site for events
Establish relationships
With teachers and counselors so you feel comfortable seeking support and asking questions throughout the year
Utilize resources
Seek academic support from the tutors in the ARC Tutoring Center
Mental health support from the Wellness Center
Explore your career interests, college majors, and more on XELLO
Login via CLEVER.COM and use your DUSD email account to enter
If you plan on attending college
Make a list of colleges you may be interested in
Begin visiting the colleges
Interested in earning awards for your resume?
Get more information on CSF, NHS, and Academic Block D
Prepare for final exams
Utilize teacher office hours for extra support
Attend Prep to Pass in May
Apply again for academic awards
CSF
Academic Block D
Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center by the end of the freshman year
Only if interested in being a recruited college athlete
Schedule your sophomore-year classes
Meet with your counselor for support with this and to discuss your goals for after graduation.
Sign up for summer school with your counselor
Only for students who need to make up grades of D or F for graduation and/or college admissions
Look into summer opportunities
Internships, jobs, and community service
See the College and Career Center for more information
If needed obtain a work permit
Take community college class(es) during summer
If interested, see your counselor.
You will receive both high school elective credit and college credit for the classes.
Classes must be CSU/UC transferable and cannot be classes that we offer at DHS or for graduation purposes.
Prepare for AP Exams
Exams are held the first two weeks of May
Prepare for final exams
Utilize teacher office hours for extra support
Attend Prep to Pass in May
Enjoy your summer break!