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9th Grade Focus
✔️Academics:
You have just started your college application portfolio and you are also setting the tone for your work ethic.
All of your grades from 9th grade to 12th grade will appear on your transcript and your transcript is one of the most important documents in your application.
Strong study habits, time management and organization skills will be key in setting a strong foundation and GPA.
✔️Tests:
9th graders have option to take the PSAT 8/9. The PSAT 8/9 measures knowledge and skills.
Your results provide your baseline. You can set goals and find out which AP courses are a good fit for you from your score report.
✔️Activities
High school offers many avenues for exploring your interests and passions or trying something new.
Set a goal to to find something that you can enjoy and commit to.
If you are unsure of what clubs Hampton has to offer, stop by and speak with your counselor.
Involvement is not limited to school activities. You can get involved with a community organization.
9th Grade Required Tasks
9th Grade Dual Enrollment Survey | Career Interest Profiler Assessment | My Favorite 3 Careers | Scholarship Search
From Classlink/Launchpad, click the "Naviance" app or search "Naviance" from your Classlink/Launchpad search bar
Click "Planner" from the bar at the top, then "Tasks"
On the left side, you will see the tasks listed.
Click the task and follow the instructions listed for each task
Tips & Resource Link
Organization
Digital Calendars: Use the Calendar app or Google calendar to keep track of due dates and activities
Task Management Apps: Use "Todist" or a written to-do list can help you stay on track and make tasks manageable
Physical Organization: Organized bookbags and notebooks and labeled folders can help you keep up
Study Skills:
Active Recall: Test yourself on material rather than just rereading notes
Pomodoro Technique: Use times to work in focused bursts with short breaks. This can also improve concentration
Find your Learning Style: Identify if you are a visual, auditory or kinesthetic learner to optimize your study methods
You may be taught differently than your learning style but you have full optimization and control over your studying
Option 1: Learning Style Quiz and Learning Styles Explained
Option 2: Learning Style Quiz and Learning Styles Explained
Time Management:
Prioritize Tasks: Use the important/urgent matrix or other prioritization methods to focus on crucial tasks first
Important/Urgent Matrix Explained
Schedules: Designate specific time for studying and stick to your schedule
Utilize Technology: Use time management apps and timers to manage tasks and your time effectively
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