Student Advisement
A resource for students and parents as they navigate the middle and high school years.
Visit Advisement SiteCollege Prep by Grade
9
Grade
- Take challenging courses and get involved in school activities
- Participate in community service opportunities
- Begin studying for the PSAT
- Start a high school brag book — track activities, awards & service
- Meet with a College Planning professional
- Sign up at gafutures.org
- Recover any failed credits online during the summer
10
Grade
- Register with collegeboard.org, act.org, and NCAA.org
- Plan to take the PSAT in the spring
- Start collecting college information and review admission requirements
- Continue extracurricular activities and service projects
- Consider SAT/ACT tutoring in late spring or summer
- Continue adding to your brag journal
- Recover any failed credits online during the summer
11
Grade
- Continue challenging coursework and keep grades up
- Register for the SAT and ACT — take each once to find your best fit
- Take the National PSAT/NMSQT for National Merit consideration
- Meet with counselor to confirm you're on track to graduate
- Ensure Health and PE requirements are complete
- Join National Honor Society if eligible
- Narrow college choices, plan visits, and investigate scholarships
- Attend local college fairs and continue adding to your brag journal
12
Grade
- Continue taking the SAT/ACT as needed
- Register with parchment.com to send transcripts to colleges
- Begin college applications — check deadlines and requirements carefully
- Complete the FAFSA form online and research scholarship opportunities
- Request teacher and counselor recommendations at least three weeks in advance
Standardized Testing
PSAT
Given in Spring for 9th & 10th graders. Given in Fall of 11th grade for National Merit Scholar consideration.
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