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Preparation Tips For College. Steps to Take in 8 th & 9 th grade. Work on good study habits Get involved in clubs and activities Read a lot Work on foreign language skills Take challenging courses Get up to speed EXPLORE test Explore and enjoy. Study Habits and Getting Involved.
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Preparation Tips For College
Steps to Take in 8th & 9th grade • Work on good study habits • Get involved in clubs and activities • Read a lot • Work on foreign language skills • Take challenging courses • Get up to speed • EXPLORE test • Explore and enjoy
Study Habits and Getting Involved • Plan and Organize a Schedule • Study skills • Focus for high school courses • Develop leadership skills
Reading and Foreign Language • Strengthens verbal, writing and critical thinking skills • Practice, practice, practice! • Required by colleges
Take Challenging Courses • Preps for: • Advanced Placement Courses • High school classes • Continues building study skills • More opportunities to receive information on colleges and careers
Get up to Speed • If you struggle in a specific area don’t be afraid to get help in it • Take advantage of tutoring and study/help sessions
EXPLORE test • Test put together by ACT to provide insight to your academic strengths and weaknesses. • Test format:
Explore & Enjoy • Find your passion and the subjects/activities that you like • Post Secondary Information Nights • Gear Up, Upward Bound, Talent Search • Research Choices after high school • 2 year schools - Certificate Programs • 4 year schools - Military • Employment
Hathaway Scholarships * See Hathaway Academic Curriculum Requirements
Success Curriculum for2011 & After Graduates • To be eligible, you need: • 4 years of math to include: Algebra 1, Geometry, & Algebra 2 • 4 years of approved science courses • 3 years of approved social studies courses • 4 years of language arts (English) • 2 years of the same foreign language* • Work with your counselor to make sure you will meet the requirements!!! • * For Hathaway Opportunity level, must meet foreign language proficiencies; 2 years not required
Benefits of College Prep Programs • Exceptional College Preparation • Scholarships • Make Lasting Connections • Built in Support System • Lifelong Memories and Friendships