Guidance Office

Freshmen—9th Grade

FRESHMAN NEWSLETTER

June 2010 

   

In This Issue:

* Explore Your Interests

* Tip of the Month: Do You Need a Degree?

* Make Your Summer Count

* College Handbook

 

 

Dear Freshman,

 

Summer is right around the corner. Your vacation is a great opportunity for you to explore lots of interests -- and consider all your options for ways to spend your summer. 

 

 

EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS

There are many opportunities open to you this summer. While some interests can be explored in your hometown, others may require looking further away. Don't limit yourself in your search. Start by making a list of your strengths and interests; include any goals you may have for the summer, such as learning more about a profession that interests you or improving a skill. Next, brainstorm activities or jobs that relate to your interests and goals. Be sure to talk to your family, friends, relatives and teachers to see if they know of any opportunities that might suit you.

 

Consider volunteering this summer

http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15445

 

TIP OF THE MONTH: DO YOU NEED A DEGREE?

Question: What do the following jobs have in common -- registered nurse, FBI agent, secondary school teacher, hotel manager, engineer, journalist and architect?

 

Answer: They all require a college degree. If you've got a career in mind, find out what kind of education you need to pursue, and how you can prepare.

 

Discover which jobs require a college degree

http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15446

 

MAKE YOUR SUMMER COUNT

Colleges see meaningful summer activities as a demonstration of commitment and responsibility. Think about how you can make your summer count. Make an appointment with your counselor to discuss all your possibilities. Consider attending a summer school program to help you improve your skills and knowledge, and to:

* Pursue your interests.

* Gain experience outside the classroom.

* Try college work.

 

Find summer school programs

http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15447

 

COLLEGE HANDBOOK

Have you started thinking about college? The College Handbook 2010 has the most current and comprehensive information about two-year and four-year colleges. It includes academic requirements, contact information and college costs.

 

Available for $29.95

http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15448

 

More College Board publications

http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15449

 

QUICK LINKS

* College Search

  Search by college name:

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15450

 

  Search by location, majors, cost, and more:

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15451

 

* June Tools

  SAT(R) Practice

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15452

 

  SAT Subject Tests(TM) Practice

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15453

 

  Financial Aid EasyPlanner

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15454

 

  Freshman Action Plan

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15455

 

* Stay Sharp This Summer

  Receive a practice SAT(R) question, and an answer explanation, every

  day.

 

  Sign up for The Official SAT Question of the Day(TM).

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15456

 

  Get ideas for your summer reading from our list of 101 Great Books.

  http://click.collegeboard.com:8080/5635152.25383.0.15457

 

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