9th Graders College Checklist - Fall Semester ~ myDigital Counselor

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

9th Graders College Checklist - Fall Semester

What can I do this year as a high school freshman to prepare for college?

Get to know your counselor and other college resources available
Ask family, teachers and mentors about their college experience
Find peers that also want to go to college and help each other out!
Create professional email to use for all college exploration purposes
Visit GenTX.org and explore its college planning resources
Explore your interest and skills
Participate in extracurricular activities
READ as much as you can! It will help you develop new ideas, build your vocabulary and help you become a better thinker.

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What can I do today to positively impact my future?

Academics:
High school graduation, college and career may seem like something far away but it's not. Challenge yourself academically and aim for high grades. Classes you are taking now are geared to prepare you for college coursework. Expand your knowledge base by taking time to read and expose yourself to new words and vocabulary.

Attendance:
Show up for class. It may sound simple, but it's critical. If you are not in class you are at a disadvantage to those you are. Employers don't want to hire someone who is not going to show up at work. Your future boss or college recuiter wants to know they can rely on you and one way for them to check is to review your high school attendance records.

Attitude:
You may think that it has no impact on a future career, but future employers will differ with you. A person's attitude about themselves, others and life can be a huge influence on landing that dream job. Someone who has a positive attitude will strive to achieve greater success in their job and be an asset to their employer...and who wants to go to work and have to listen to someone who is unhappy and negative?

Work Ethic:
Your work ethic reflects your passion and dedication. If you are interested in the work you do it shows. That's why it's important to take time in high school to investigate your interests. You want to enjoy going to work and making a contribution...and your employer will take notice if you don't. By applying yourself to your studies and activities now, you succeed in building good work ethics. It's as simple as doing something you love!

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College Preparation & Planning

Tuesday, June 18, 2013