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Life After High School - What to do in 11th Grade |
By NCLD Editorial Staff
Published: February 25 2009
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We know it can be difficult enough to handle school this year, much less plan for next. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to move ahead, here's a brief checklist of steps you can put into practice today. Each step you take now will help you to prepare for the future.
- Discuss your future plans with your guidance counselor.
- Take college admission tests.
- Conduct research about colleges and if possible, make campus visits.
- Work with your IEP team (if you receive services through the public school) and others to continue planning the transition from high school to post-secondary programs or work.
- Watch for announcements about career meetings, test dates, special grants, and scholarships.
- Talk to your guidance counselor to find out about financial aid.
- Attend seminars, college nights, and futures fairs.
- Talk to students who are already in college to learn what will be expected of you.
- Work or volunteer during the summer, if possible.
- Talk to teachers about recommendations you will need for your college applications or work references.
- Visit and interview people who work in jobs that interest you.
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