9th Grade
- Take challenging classes in core academic subjects
- Sign up to take the PSAT in October for practice
- Get to know your HS Counselor
- Create a four-year academic plan with HS counselor and parent/guardian
- Join and/or create clubs/extra-curricular activities that are of interest to you
- Join a college readiness or mentorship program
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10th Grade
- Continue to take challenging core classes
- Meet with your school counselor to discuss colleges and requirements
- Register to take the Preliminary SAT (PSAT) Test in October to give you practice
- Visit local colleges and universities with family and friends
- Attend a college fairs
- Maintain active membership in extra-curricular activities and seek opportunities for leadership
- Maintain an above average GPA from now until you graduate
- (*Note: Most universities calculate admissible GPA based on grades from 10th -11th, incl. summer session following completion of 11th grade)
- Continue participation in college readiness programs such as EAOP, MESA, TALENT SEARCH, TRIO, IAM program, One Voice, etc.
- Plan to use your free time wisely -- work, volunteer or consider taking community college classes
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