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Whether
at the end of high school you will be entering the work force, the military
or furthering your education, it is vital that you start now. Starting in
the 9th grade it is important to recognize that you are now in high school
and things will follow you from day one.
Focus on Middle School
At the end of your 8th grade year, you will register for high school. It
is important that you understand the North Carolina Graduation Requirements
and Career Pathways.
- You will need to complete a four-year plan and select a course of
study.
Focus on High School
9th Grade—Freshman Year
- Research different careers you are interested in.
- In addition, it would be a good idea to take a number of interest
inventories and personality tests. You should also strive for good grades
and get involved in extracurricular activities.
- High school is expensive. Start helping your parents by saving your
money.
- Study hard. GPA (Grade Point Average) counts and will follow you throughout
high school and into college.
10th Grade—Sophomore Year
- Meet with your school’s guidance team and discuss your options
with your parents.
- Update your four-year plan.
- Decide which classes you should take.
- Take PSAT.
- Consider different careers and post high school avenues.
- Begin thinking about college.
11th Grade—Junior Year
- Update your four-year plan.
- Start looking at college information.
- Attend College Night at local mall.
- Find out about financial aid.
- Investigate earning college credits—tuition-free.
- Think about people who could write you a recommendation for scholarships,
college
applications, and/or job possibilities.
- Register and take the SAT and/or ACT.
- Visit campuses that you might be interested in attending.
- Start building a personal portfolio that would include a resume, letters
of recommendation,
awards, and statement about your future plans.
- Look into internship/apprenticeship opportunities.
- Learn job application and interview skills.
- Take ASVAB - Talk with local recruiters - Explore different branches
of military.
12th Grade—Senior Year
August - December
- Request application forms, catalogs and financial aid information
from colleges.
- Visit college campuses.
- Get as much information as possible that will help you in making decisions
on what to do after
graduation.
- REMEMBER DEADLINES—scholarships, college applications, SAT,
etc.
- Meet with your guidance counselor to review your applications and
get copies of your
transcripts.
- KEEP UP YOUR GPA.
January - March
- Send in applications, etc.
- Complete the Free Applications for Federal Student
Aid (FAFSA).
- Time is approaching to make big decisions. Are you
ready?
March - May
- Keep up with letters that you receive from possible employers, the
military or colleges.
- Inform them of your plans.
- Request that your final transcripts be sent to the college you are
attending.
- Walk across the stage and hold your head high ...You did it!
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