9th Grade
What is a planner?
This organizational tool helps you track assignments, tests, extracurriculars, and deadlines so you don’t fall behind.
What is extracurricular involvement?
Joining clubs, sports, or volunteer groups helps you build leadership skills and strengthen this important part of your college or job applications. It also helps you MAKE NEW FRIENDS.
What is a résumé?
This document highlights your skills, work experience, volunteer activities, and leadership roles for jobs or college applications.
What is a budget?
Before starting a job, trade program, military service, or college, creating this plan helps you manage income, expenses, and savings responsibly.
Why should you get to know your new teachers and school counselors?
Developing relationships with these adults in your school can help you get academic and personal support and future recommendation letters for jobs or college.
What is the PSAT?
Taking this standardized test as a practice run can help you prepare for college entrance exams and identify academic strengths and areas for improvement.
What is a post-secondary plan (or life-after-high-school plan)?
Researching colleges, trade schools, military options, or careers helps you create this post-graduation plan.
What is the FAFSA?
Completing this federal application can make you eligible for grants, loans, and work-study opportunities for college.