Develop good study habits and do well in all courses.
Doing well in all your courses increases your opportunities after high school.
Discuss your educational plans.
Talk with your parents and teachers about your plans for the future.
Take the ASVAB in the Fall.
The ASVAB can be used to fulfill graduation pathway requirements. Be sure to complete the Post-Test Career Interest Inventory - it is a fantastic tool to learn more about military and non-military careers that you might be interested in.
Take the PSAT in the Fall.
This will help you prepare for the SAT, and help you know what you can do to strengthen your scores.
Learn about the opportunities at C9.
Attend the FC C9 presentation, field trip, and open house
Explore Xello assessments and lessons.
Re-center yourself by looking at your Matchmaker results. If you’re still interested in those results, move forward with saving your careers and looking toward colleges if that applies to your career options.
Meet with your school counselor in January/February to review your goals and revise your 4-year plan.
Schedule courses that align with your career interests, diploma type and plans for the future.
Explore admission requirements and consider attending a college fair in the area.
Look at admissions/acceptance requirements for colleges, technical schools, military branches, and careers you're interested in
Stay involved.
Continue with school and extracurricular activities as well as volunteer hours for potential scholarships. Keep complete records of these activities. Consider asking for a reference letter.
Update your resume in Xello.
Keep track of your activities and educational accomplishments including awards or certifications