10th Grade Sophmore Year

Grade 10- Sophomore Year

• Explore all high school diploma options- For example Honors, Advanced Placement, and International Baccalaureate
• Continue to meet with a counselor to discuss high school course selections while keeping college admission requirements in mind.
• Course work should include
  • Algebra II or Geometry
  • Social Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Foreign Language
• Research college requirements and application deadlines.
• Take the PSAT/NMSQT- A student who scores high and meets other academic performance criteria may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program
• Become familiar with college admissions requirements and offerings, the ACCUPLACER test may be taken for placement in math, English, or reading.
• Enroll in Honors courses in high school.
• Enroll in AP (Advanced Placement) courses in high school- A student may ultimately receive college credit with a qualifying AP exam test score.
• Be sure to keep your grades up!
• Talk to your counselor to keep updated on the requirements for the Nevada Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship.
• Practice and prepare for the ACT. The ACT is required for high school graduation.  You want to do the best that you can!
• Visit local college and university campuses, take visitor tours, and ask others about their college experiences.