Grade 11 Information
Timeline
September
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No time like the present to start thinking about life after high school!
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PSAT offered in October. Registration will be online (in September) through the PHS website
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Consider attending college fairs at CCM, William Paterson, & Fairleigh Dickinson University
December
January
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Attend the Junior Seminar out of English classes
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Begin to prepare for SAT/ACT tests - free prep program available after school at PHS OR Register for an SAT/ACT prep program through an outside agency
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Start to consider the type of postsecondary education that you are interested in
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Consider factors such as location size, cost, admission requirements, etc.
February - May
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Begin seriously searching for postsecondary schools you might like to attend
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Attend Mini College Fair at PHS as well as National College Fair in April
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Use the search programs in Naviance or College Board to research potential colleges
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Register and take the SAT (March, May, or June)
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Consider taking the ACT as well (April, June)
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VISIT the schools you are interested in! – Sign up for visits on the college websites
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Pick your courses for Senior year wisely. Colleges will factor in your senior year academics
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Identify teachers that you would like to write your letter of recommendation and speak to them about it
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Rising Senior Seminar (during class)
June - August
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Continue to visit schools that you may want to attend
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Try to narrow your list to 5-7 schools
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Work on your college essay and activity resume
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Complete Brag Sheet; Have parents complete Parent Brag Sheet
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Begin the Common App (if applicable)
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Register to take the SATs again in August or October, if applicable
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Enjoy summer and gear up for Senior Year!
Keep grades up throughout Junior Year!
YOUR GRADES MATTER!