Make High School COUNT!
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© 2002 by ACT, I nc.
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KeepYour
Options Open
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MORE MORE EDUCATIONEDUCATION Can EqualCan Equal MORE MORE INCOMEINCOME
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It’s natural at this age to
change your mind often!
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Here are some general ways you can prepare for WHATEVERWHATEVER
the future holds...
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Take the right courses. Take control—learn to be a
good student. Use time outside of school
wisely. Start thinking about the
future. If college is a goal, learn about
financial assistance programs. Get help when you need it.
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Take the RIGHT COURSESRIGHT COURSES!
2/3 of 8th graders plan to finish college. But only 1/3 plan to take college prep
courses in high school. Without college prep courses,
YOU CANNOT ENTER COLLEGE.
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High School CoursesACT RecommendsACT Recommends English 4 years Mathematics 3 years (algebra and above)
Natural Science 3 years (with lab experience)
Social Science 3 years Foreign Language 2 years (of the same language)
Other—visual arts, music, theatre, drama, computer science, etc.
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Take control—Learn to be a Good Good StudentStudent
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Sit close to the front of the classroom.
Join in class discussions. Ask questions. Keep up with class assignments. Ask for help when necessary.
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Look for ways to sharpen basic skills. Learn keyboarding. Learn to take good notes. Learn to correct/revise written work. Develop test-taking skills.
And...
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Use Time Outside of School WiselyWisely!
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Develop habits that will lead to success.
Find a quiet place to study. Plan a daily homework schedule. Ask family or friends to read
your written work.
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Also... Use the local library. Read newspapers and magazines. Look up unfamiliar words in a
dictionary. Talk with family and friends
about career plans.
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Start thinking about the FUTUREFUTURE
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When thinking about college... Make a list of interesting schools and
gather information about them. Register to take the ACT before
December of your senior year. Visit campuses, apply for admission
and financial assistance. Make a college decision.
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When considering serving in the Armed Forces...
Visit with friends, neighbors, and relatives who have served.
Study military literature and compare training opportunities.
Arrange visits with recruiters. Compare benefits, tour of duty,
training, etc.
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When considering employment right after high school...
Explore any special abilities and interests. Study materials about resume writing. Visit with people working in interesting
occupations. Become familiar with employers
in the area. Learn about vocational/technical
programs available in high school.
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If college is an option…
Financial Financial help help will be will be availableavailable
Financial Financial help help will be will be availableavailable
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Try to save even a small amount each month.
Work hard for good grades/test scores for scholarship consideration.
Learn about the types and sources of financial assistance available.
Attend financial aid programs when offered.
Apply for financial assistance during the junior and senior years.
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GET HELPGET HELP
(and your questions answered)
When You Need It
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There are many agencies, organizations, and
individuals who care whether you are
successful in schooland in life. Use them!
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Always start Always start with yourwith your
SCHOOL SCHOOL COUNSELORCOUNSELOR!!
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Call This Toll Free Number:
1-800-USA-LEARN1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327) U.S. Department of Education Information Services
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Use the Internet
www.actstudent.org www.finaid.org www.ed.gov/thinkcollege/early www.collegeispossible.org www.cityyear.org
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Remember!The choices you make now
will affect the choices you will have for
the rest of your life.
Make High School COUNT!