College Planning
College Planning
Set Goals
Think ahead about college and career options. Talk to your teachers, school counselor, and College Now coordinator about taking college preparatory courses.
Be an Active Learner
Go with your parent to museums, art galleries, musicals, theater events, and attend summer camps. Watch educational TV programs and limit the time you play video games.
Read, Read, Read! – Read for pleasure, read to learn!
Read novels, non-fiction books, magazines, and newspaper articles. Borrow materials from the library regularly and explore educational websites. Ask the librarian at your school for recommended reading materials and websites that will help you learn about different colleges and careers.
Develop Good Academic Skills
Take challenging courses. Seek help with homework from teachers and after school programs. Set up study groups. Select an endorsement plan that is aligned with your college/career interests.
Stay Healthy and be Active
Participate in sports, dance, etc. Eat healthy foods and limit fats, sweets and fast food. Get enough rest.
Get involved in extracurricular activities
Perform community services through school organizations, church, or community organizations. Join clubs in your areas of interest.
Start saving money now!
It is never too early to start saving for your future.
*Apply for scholarships - although limited, there are scholarships available to students 9th-11th.