In The 9th Grade
- Take the most difficult classes you can handle
- Take interest and skills assessments to help you explore careers that interest you
- Develop good study habits
- practice setting and reaching goals
- volunteer in your community
- participate in extra-curricular activities
In The 10th Grade
- Investigate career options and the education required for those careers
- Talk with your family about paying for college
- Take the PSAT to prepare for the SAT, and to identify areas where you need improvement
- Explore internships
- Stay focused on your schoolwork, review your high school graduation plan, take the most difficult classes you can handle, volunteer in your community and participate in extra-curricular activities