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College is an investment you make for your future. The amount of time you spend preparing for college can lead to great benefits. These benefits can be more satisfaction in your career (not just a job) and higher earnings than if you only completed high school.


College is very important. See why on the youtube video on the side.

Get started now! College graduation begins today!

 10 ways to jumpstart College Planning
  1. Get Involved! Getting ready for college isn't all work. Find something you really like doing and get involved on campus! Are you're drawn to sports, student leadership, music, art ..etc, then you need to get involved. Through this you'll develop skills and be more appealing to colleges (they like students who'll add something to campus life).
  2. Do the Work! If you expect to go to college, expect to study now. Don't talk the college talk – "I'll go to college to get a great career" – without walking the walk.
  3. Take Challenging Courses! Colleges look at your grades, sure, but also at how difficult your courses are. They want to see that you've challenged yourself,If you pursue advanced courses, such as AP classes you may be able to get college credit if you pass the exam. Now that does not mean take every single AP or honors class. You need balance in your life. Personal time, friend time, family time are just as important for you and not to mention healthy!
  4. Get Help! Having trouble in a class?  Utilize after school tutoring, talk to teachers and/or your counselor– let them know you want extra help.
  5. Read!!! Read at least 30 minutes every day, beyond study and homework. Read what interests you – magazines, novels, whatever. People who read more know more. And when you take PSAT/ACT/SAT/College placement exams reading fast and comprehending will really pay off.
  6. Don't Delay! Take the PSAT Exam as a Sophomore, then again as a Junior. Take the SAT and ACT as a Junior and again as a Senior. Practice will allow you to feel more comfortable.
  7. Get the College-Bound Facts! Talk to someone who has gone to college!  Visit your counselor, ask a college grad, or a trusted teacher. Do Web research. 
  8. Involve Your Family! Take college tours with your family, even if that is just virtual. Discuss majors, your goals, finances, etc. Note that when parents or guardians haven't been to college themselves, they may think they can't help you. That's not true. They can help you stay on the right path. Schedule a meeting with your counselor and your family to discuss your goals. :)
  9. Look For a Mentor! Look for other adults who can lend their enthusiasm and help make sure you succeed. You might look to your counselor, a teacher, or someone else you trust.
  10. Confront Personal Roadblocks! If you have a problem that's really getting in the way of schoolwork, try to sort it out. Talking to friends helps. Or look for an adult – parent, coach, teacher, staff member or your counselor – who can offer advice.