Action Plans
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Things to think about:
What are my talents and strengths?
Am I taking courses that lead to my post high school plans?
In which courses am I particularly strong?
In what areas do I need to build more skills?
Things to do:
Become familiar with graduation requirements.
Develop a personal file, highlighting academic, extra curricular and community involvement / awards.
Develop a relationship with your counselor and teachers.
Maintain strong academic performance and maintain excellent attendance record.
Keep a record of all grades including tests, homework, papers, etc. in all classes.
Seek assistance or support when needed from teachers and counselor
Talk with teachers, parents, and counselor about your sophomore course selections.
Become involved in an extra-curricular activity, sports, clubs, etc.
Things to think about:
In which subjects did I excel?
Am I taking courses that lead to my post high school plans?
Am I giving my best to sophomore courses?
Of my unique talents and strengths, which would I most like to develop?
Am I involved in at least one extra-curricular activity or community service?
What potential career/post high school option have I considered?
Things to do:
Update your personal file.
Keep a record of all grades including tests, homework, papers, etc. in all classes.
Seek assistance from teachers and counselors when needed.
Consider taking the PSAT test in October.
Consider taking the ASVAB Career Exploration Test offered in the fall and spring.
Maintain strong academic performance and maintain excellent attendance record.
Be aware of graduation requirements.
Talk with your teachers, parents, and counselors about course selections for Junior year.
Visit counselor to explore post high school plans and interest.
Continue involvement in extra curricular activities.
Consult with academic teacher and counselor concerning SAT II Subject Tests.
Begin to explore career options, speaking with people working in your fields of interest.
Things to think about:
Am I taking courses that lead to my post high school plans?
Am I giving my best to Junior course work?
With which teachers have I established a strong rapport? (Potential college/job letters of recommendation).
Which talents or strengths might I want to further develop through college studies or post high school plans?
Which activities will I highlight on my college/job application?
Things to do:
Update your personal file.
Keep a record of all grades including tests, homework, papers, etc. in all classes.
Register for PSAT/NMSQT test in October
Continue extra curricular activities.
Maintain strong academic performance and an excellent attendance record.
Check your graduation requirements.
Attend a College Fair.
Talk with teachers, parents, and counselor about Senior year course selections.
Talk with parents about college needs, interests, etc.
Register for SAT I (March, May or June administration).
Meet with counselor to discuss college needs, interests etc.
Attend Junior Night (typically offered late January, early February).
List college choices with counselor.
Consult academic teachers about SAT II Subject tests.
If taking an AP course, register for AP Exams (May).
Schedule interviews and college visits for Spring, Summer and/or Fall.
Continue to explore career options.
Things to think about:
Am I continuing to challenge myself?
Have I written for college catalogues, applications, financial aid information, etc.?
Am I giving my best to senior course work?
Have I obtained enough information about the colleges of my choice and application deadlines?
Am I meeting with my counselor regularly?
Have I made campus visits to my top colleges?
Things to do:
Update your personal file- Finalize Resume.
Register for SAT I and SAT II Subject Tests; see teachers or counselors.
Maintain strong academic record and attendance.
Check your graduation requirements.
Seek assistance from teacher and counselors when needed.
Continue extra curricular activities and community involvement.
Meet with counselor to finalize post high school plan (September-November).
Meet with college representatives in the guidance office.
Complete college applications (September-December).
Be aware of deadlines including early decision and early action options.
Complete Local Scholarship applications.
Attend Financial Aid Night.
Have parents complete Financial Aid Form (January).
If taking an AP course, register for AP exams (May).
