9th Grade
Talk to your guidance counselor or teachers about the following:
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Attending a four-year college or university
Establishing your college preparatory classes; your schedule should consist of at least 4 college preparatory classes per year, including:
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4 years of English
3 years of math (through Algebra II or trigonometry)
2 years of foreign language
2 years of natural science
2 years of history/social studies
1 year of art
1 year of electives from the above list
Using the ILP to keep track of your courses and grades
Enrolling in algebra or geometry classes and a foreign language for both semesters (most colleges have math and foreign language requirements)
Start Keeping Track of Your Documents
Create a file of the following documents and notes:
Copies of report cards
List of awards and honors
List of school and community activities in which you are involved, including both paid and volunteer work, and descriptions of what you do