- Start keeping track of community service hours under the Community Service Tab.
- Start thinking about what career path you would like to take.
- Once you know your career path, start looking into what colleges offer that program of study.
- Take classes that will increase your knowledge and challenge you.
College Timeline
Fall
- Create a four-year academic plan
- Get involved in extracurricular activities
- Sign up for Countdown2College email service
- Sign up for a MyEducationQuest account
Winter
- Create an Activities Resume to track your extracurricular activities
- Find an adult who will help guide you to college
- Learn how to study and earn better grades
Spring
- Register for 10th grade classes that will meet academic requirements
- Explore careers that match your skills and interests
- Ask your parents to consider a college savings plan
- Use Reality Check to match your future desired lifestyle with career choices
Summer
- Begin exploring college life
- Find ways to earn money
- Learn how to budget as you start earning money
- Use your brain