COLLEGE & CAREER READINESS
Parent Resource Guide
Parent Resource Guide
to being College and Career Ready!
to being College and Career Ready!
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MARYLAND HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
MARYLAND HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
10th Grade
10th Grade
Fall/Winter
Enroll in rigorous courses. Plan ahead: make sure you will have completed algebra II and geometry by the end of the 11th grade.
- Enroll in AP courses in your best subjects if they are available.
- Check with a counselor or advisor that your class schedule meets college requirements for high school students.
- Register to take the PSAT in October. The PSAT is a practice exam for the SAT collegeboard.org . You have the option to take the PLAN assessment offered by American College Testing which is a practice exam for the ACT.
- Contact colleges that interest you and request information about their academic programs requirements.
- Stay involved in school life. Participate in extracurricular activities.
- Volunteer at community organizations and/or faith based institutions; this is a great way to discover your talents, interests, and skills.
- Start to refine your goals and what kind of education you’ll need to reach them.
- Take advantage of school and community programs that will help you, such as tutoring and summer enrichment programs.
- Investigate financial aid opportunities (scholarships, grants, and loans).
- Learn about the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) https://fafsa.ed.gov/.
Spring/Summer
- Get a summer job or look for summer internships that will provide you the opportunity to explore your interest while gaining experience.
- Get involved with community service and other volunteer work.
- Seek advice from adults in your school and community about their college experiences.
- Visit one or more college campuses.
- Participate in enrichment and/or remedial classes or workshops to enhance your academic knowledge and skill base.