Ask your parents, teachers, or counselors for help

Explore what interests you Have a quiet place to study Create a routine for studying Think about after graduation

& set goals for the future Know that college is possible

Challenge yourself to get good grades—even if others don’t think it’s ‘cool’

Push yourself to take more math and science classes

Read as much as you can Take classes beyond the

minimum required; try honors, AP, and even college courses

School counselors can help you and your parents with• Choosing classes

• Explaining college options

• Applying for financial aid

Research financial aid opportunities

Explore pre-college programs or summer programs

Consider TRiO, Upward Bound

Take school seriously; make school a priority

Take the right steps to get into college

Take advantage of available resources