Helps And Tips
10 WAYS TO JUMPSTART COLLEGE PLANNING
Taken from:
www.collegeboard.com/parents
1. GET INVOLVED
Getting ready for college isn’t all work. You should find something you really like to do and dive into it. Develop skills that will be appealing to colleges. Colleges like to have a diverse and motivated student body. Involvement in activities indicates you have shown a commitment and take on responsibility.
2. DO THE WORK
If you expect to go to college later, expect to study and work hard now, and throughout the four years of high school.
3. TAKE CHALLENGING COURSES
Colleges look at grades, but also how difficult the courses are. They want to see that you have challenged yourself. Plus, if you pursue advanced courses, such as AP®, you may be able to get college credit.
4. GET HELP
Are you having trouble in a class? Many schools have peer tutors, students in upper grades who’ll help you. Talk to teachers and let them know you want extra help.
5. READ
You should read at least 30 minutes every day, beyond study and homework. Read what interests you magazines, novels, etc. Your strength in reading will be essential when you take the PSAT®, PLAN®, SAT® & ACT® tests.
6. DON’T DELAY
Take the most challenging courses you can! Take solid math and other courses that will prepare you for the college you plan to attend.
7. GET THE COLLEGE-BOUND FACTS
How will you know all the right moves to get into college? Ask someone who’s done it. Get to know your counselor. Ask a career planner at a local college or a trusted teacher. Doing WEB research can also be helpful.
8. FAMILY SUPPORT
Parents talk to counselors and help your student stay on the right path. Your support will be important as the student begins to make important decisions about his/her future.
9. MENTORS
The encouragement of other adults who can lend their enthusiasm will help make sure you succeed. Look to a counselor, a teacher, or someone else you trust to help develop interests in a particular area.
10.CONFRONT PERSONAL ROADBLOCKS
High school can be a stressful time for students. If you have a problem that is getting in the way of schoolwork, try to sort it out. PARENTS: keep an open mind and a listening ear ready. Your school counselor may be able to help with advice or simply point you to resources at school or in the community that can help.
