Freshman Forum

Use a day planner to keep assignments and homework organized
Get involved in activities, the arts, clubs and athletics
Register with www.collegeboard.org to create a personal academic profile
Take strong academic courses
Make good use of your time in tutorial
Check your mytusd.org email and your Naviance account for college rep visits at Beckman High
Begin a portfolio that includes high school academic recognition awards, achievements, and projects

Have a parent/guardian attend "B Prepared for High School" Parent Night
Have your parent/guardian attend "Back to School Night"
Have your parent attend Fall "Report Card Night"
Visit the College/Career Center and begin investigating college and career resources
Attend Career and College Fair
Review graduation and A-G requirements and create your 4-year plan with your counselor in your biology class
Study for fall final exams

Have a parent/guardian attend the 9^th grade Counselor Coffee
Plan out your sophomore schedule and meet with your 10^th grade counselor for registration
Plan to visit a college or two during spring break
Have your parent attend Spring "Report Card Night"
Study for Spring Final Exams
Look into internships, summer programs and community service to strengthen your academic resume
Enroll in summer school classes if necessary
Visit colleges over the summer
Update your academic portfolio file with recent report cards, honors and co-curricular involvement

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