High School Students Grades 8 – 9

In Grades 8 and 9, Students Should…

1. Become involved in community outreach programs (AVID, GEAR UP, TRIO, etc.), if available. These programs aim to support students’ academic success and provide services to help students get to and through postsecondary education.
2. Be thoughtful about the friends they make, creating peer groups that encourage them to excel inside and outside the classroom.
3. Document their academic achievements, leadership activities and the impact they have made in their community. This will make it easier to craft a strong resume later.
4. Develop and/or modify sort- and long-term goals.