 Work at
developing good study habits. |
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Maintain
good grades.
If you need help, get it from a teacher, tutor, mentor or even a
friend that excels in that subject. |
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Start
saving for college.
Sit down with your family and look into 529 college savings
plans. |
www.collegeinvest.org  |
Talk to
someone - your school counselor, your teacher, a mentor or
family member - about the following:
- The different types of Prepare for College
opportunities for education after you complete high
school
- The importance that colleges and universities place on your
grade point average, including which years colleges will evaluate
when deciding whether to admit you
- The many academic enrichment programs, including summer and
weekend programs, as well as career exploration opportunities that
may be available through your school or local colleges - ask them
about them!
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| Play "Show Me the Future " to learn about how
to manage money and other skills for living to help you prepare for
your future. |
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| Talk to
people who have attended college to learn about their
experiences. |
College Friday Information  |
Start
thinking about which jobs interest you.
What kinds of work would suit your interests, abilities,
aptitudes, values and learning styles? |
Career Finder
Career Cluster Survey
Interest Profiler |
| Get
involved in extracurricular activities like clubs, student
organizations, sports and volunteer work. |
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If you're
given opportunities to pursue academic subjects and extracurricular
activities that are new to you, take them!
It will help you to expand your outlook. |
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| Look into
additional academic options that may be available in your area,
such as magnet programs and school enrichment
programs. |
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| Check out
summer programs available in your community. |
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Practice
your time management and homework skills.
Learning to make the most efficient use of your time can help
prevent you from getting overwhelmed. |
Time Management 101 |
Improve
your reading, writing and math skills.
These basic skills will serve you well in both college and
career. |
How to Improve Your Reading Comprehension
How to Write Effectively |