High school is the stepping stone to the rest of your life. It’s where you finally answer the question, ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ However, trying to find your true self can be a big task and is often overwhelming when you don’t know where to start. By following these simple steps, your future you will thank you.
Sophomores:
A common misconception among some students is that sophomore year does not play an important role in your long-term college success. In reality,many of these suggestions can prepare students for college success.
- Research colleges
- ”a show called ‘College Tour’ highlights tons of schools in only 30 min episodes,” – Guidance Counselor Sarah Kjeldsen
- ”I join clubs and try to do extracurriculars so it’ll look good on my applications,” Sophomore Sage Hill
- Maintain the best grades possible
Juniors:
Junior year is a crucial period for aspiring college students. Here are some ways to maximize your chances of success and set you up perfectly for senior year.
- Schedule for AP courses
- Continue researching colleges
- Prepare for PSATs
- Plan college visits
- “Visiting colleges not only helped me get familiar with the campus layout, but it also gave me a glimpse of the student life at that particular college,” -NHS Junior
- Study for SATs
- Reach out for letters of recommendation
Seniors:
When senior year rolls around, so does college application stress. The last year of high school is when things are finally coming together and all your hard work will pay off.
- Choose your top three colleges
- [During] senior year you meet with your counselor and discuss the college application process and answer questions,”- Kjeldsen
- start researching scholarships
- apply to colleges
- “Once you’re accepted to colleges you then decide what school you want to attend and send your admittance” -Kjeldsen
- apply for scholarships
- “Then the school will send their enrollment dates and do orientations and then you’ll pick your classes.”- Kjeldsen
