Junior Year Timeline
Fall
Challenge yourself - be sure you are taking the most rigorous course load you can handle.
Naviance and The Counseling Connection are updated monthly. Please see visit regularly for College and Career Information.
-Naviance: www.rhnet.org/naviance
-The Counseling Connection: https://www.rhnet.org/Page/32424
Begin documenting your education, extracurriculars, community service, leadership, accomplishments and work experience in Naviance
If you think you might be a NCAA Division I or II Athlete, see your counselor
Take the PSAT
Attend virtual college fairs and college visits - see Naviance or The Counseling Connection for more information
Consider taking college classes at the U of R or RIT through the RH Taste of College Program
-RIT: https://www.rhnet.org/Page/482
- U of R: https://www.rhnet.org/Page/33230
Consider The Local Exploring Posts: https://www.rhnet.org/Page/32357
Continue thinking about what your post-secondary plans might be
Have conversations with teachers about what courses/level you are interested in taking for senior year
Spring
Stay on top of your academics!
Stay tuned for further details about National College Fairs - many of which are being offered virtually - see The Counseling Connection for details
If interested in the military, contact the various branches
If interested in any of the military academies (The Naval Academy, West Point, etc.) - see your counselor to discuss application procedures
Register for and take the SAT, ACT, and Subject Tests (if necessary)
Keep an eye out for junior scholarships, visit Naviance for scholarship listings
Think about which teachers you might ask for a letter of recommendation
Begin exploring the Common Application website and familiarize yourself with the application
Research summer opportunities (research, volunteering, college courses, employment, etc.)