Dear Class of 2027,

Welcome to your junior year at Richard Montgomery High School! I'm Mia Whitehurst, your College and Career Navigator, here to support you during this important phase.

Junior year offers opportunities to refine your academic and career goals. It's a great time to explore interests, take challenging courses, and prepare for college entrance exams like the SAT and ACT. Engaging with the College & Career Center will provide resources such as workshops, test prep, and career exploration events.

Remember to visit colleges and start working on your applications. Explore various pathways, whether in higher education or vocational training.

Feel free to reach out via email or visit the College & Career Center for support. I'm here to help you achieve your goals.

Here's to a year of growth and preparation for your future!

With smiles, 

-Ms. Whitehurst🙂

• 11th Grade Checklist -- This checklist aims to assist students in embarking on their high school journey with confidence. It highlights essential steps and resources to guarantee a successful academic and personal experience.

• Junior Parent Checklist -- Here’s a helpful checklist to guide your student through their high school years to prepare them for college.

• POSSE  Scholarship Advice -- The Posse Scholarship is a prestigious full-tuition program for young leaders from diverse backgrounds. It uses a unique selection process that emphasizes teamwork, communication, and leadership. Scholars join a supportive cohort, boosting their academic and social success while reducing financial burdens and empowering them to become changemakers.

• BigFuture by College Board -- BigFuture by College Board provides personalized tasks for 10th and 11th graders through their account dashboard. Students who successfully complete these tasks can earn entries into monthly scholarship drawings, with prizes of $500 and $40,000 available.

• College Application & Admission Timeline -- This timeline and collection of resources outline the college search and application journey from 9th to 12th grade.

• Get ready for the PSAT. Achieving strong test scores as a junior can open doors to academic honors, including National Merit recognition, as well as programs and recruitment opportunities for Black, Latinx, Indigenous, rural, first-generation, and low-income students.

• Compass Guide to Admissions and Testing -- Begin outlining a standardized testing plan aimed at taking the SAT or ACT at least once before the school year concludes.

• Sign up for a few sessions with college representatives when they visit your high school this fall. Also check their websites for information on virtual information sessions and local events.