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Here are some general ways you can prepare for

WHATEVERWHATEVER the future holds.

Take the RIGHT RIGHT COURSESCOURSES!

2/3 of 8th graders plan to finish college, but only 1/3 plan to take college prep courses in high school.

Without college prep courses, YOU CANNOT ENTER COLLEGE.

High School CoursesACT RecommendsACT Recommends English 4 years Mathematics 3 years (algebra and above)

Natural Science 3 years (with lab experience)

Social Science 3 years Foreign Language 2 years (of the same

language)

Other—visual arts, music, theatre, drama, computer science, etc.

Take control—Learn to be a

Good Good StudentStudent

Sit close to the front of the classroom.

Join in class discussions.Ask questions.Keep up with class assignments.

Ask for help when necessary.

Look for ways to sharpen basic skills.

Learn keyboarding. Learn to take good notes. Learn to correct/revise written

work. Develop test-taking skills.

And...

Use Time Outside of School

WiselyWisely!

Develop habits that will lead to success.

Find a quiet place to study. Plan a daily homework schedule.

Ask family or friends to read your written work.

Also... Use the local library. Read newspapers and magazines.

Look up unfamiliar words in a dictionary.

Talk with family and friends about career plans.

Start thinking about the

FUTUREFUTURE

When thinking about college... Make an appointment with your

ACCESS Advisor. Make a list of interesting schools

and gather information about them.

Visit campuses, apply for admission and financial assistance.

Make a college decision.

When considering serving in the Armed Forces... Visit with friends, neighbors, and

relatives who have served. Study military literature and

compare training opportunities. Arrange visits with recruiters. Compare benefits, tour of duty,

training, etc.

When considering employment right after high school...

Explore any special abilities and interests.

Study materials about resume writing. Visit with people working in

interesting occupations. Become familiar with employers

in the area. Learn about vocational/technical

programs available in high school.

College is an option!

Financial help will be available.

Try to save even a small amount each month.

Work hard for good grades/test scores for scholarship consideration.

Learn about the types and sources of financial assistance available.

Attend financial aid programs when offered.

Apply for financial assistance during the junior and senior years through your ACCESS Advisor.

GET HELPGET HELP

(and your questions answered)

When You

Need It

Always start Always start

with yourwith your AACCESSCCESS

AdvisorAdvisor!!

Remember!The choices you make

now will affect the choices

you will have for the rest of your life.

Make High School COUNT!