Ninth Grade Timeline

Use this time-line to make sure you are accomplishing everything you need to in order to reach your maximum potential!

• Get off to a great start with your grades. The grades you earn in ninth grade will be included in your final high school GPA and class rank.

 

• As soon as you can, meet with your counselor to begin talking about colleges and careers (Four-Year Plan).

 

• College might seem a long way off now, but grades really do count toward college admission and scholarships. Study Hard!

 

• Begin to explore your interests and possible career choices.

 

• Get involved in extra-curricular activities. These help you enjoy school, develop interests, and add to your accomplishments.

 

• Talk to your parents about planning for college expenses. Continue or begin a savings plan for college.

 

• Use the internet to check out college websites. Pay attention to admission requirements. niche.com is a great site to explore colleges.

 

• Tour a nearby college, if possible and get a feel for college life. Most colleges offer preview days.

 

• Investigate summer enrichment programs through work, in the community, or through area colleges.

 

• STUDY HARD!!!