PRIORITIES THIS YEAR
- GPA really, really matters. Your junior-year GPA is the first thing colleges examine when they consider your application. Keep that number high, or work to show improvement.
- Take SATs and ACTs early. These tests increase your college and scholarship money, so take them early and take them seriously. If you don't like your score, schedule a retake.
- Real world skills. In our ScriptEd and STEM for Dance classes, develop basic coding, web-development, and technology skills essential to your future careers.
- Choose electives to distinguish yourself. Use your electives to show colleges what you're passionate about, and to develop skills that you'll need in your major program.
- Create a resumé and basic application materials. Useful now to get a job, critical later for colleges and scholarships.
JUNIOR OPPORTUNITIES
- Princeton Week. During their second semester, juniors work with Princeton students to create a first draft of their college application essay. Take the opportunity seriously so you'll be less stressed when your senior year begins.
- Get a job. Working papers are available! Many students seek out internships or jobs during their junior year.
- Prepare for your exams. You can take SAT Prep courses and sit the SAT at our school during March. This exam is free.
- Early College. LIU and Brooklyn College both offer programs, allowing you to begin earning college credit for free.
- Washington D.C. trip. Join your friends for a fun weekend in the nation's capital. We'll visit colleges and memorials.
ADVICE FROM STUDENTS:
Check back soon for quotes from current and past juniors with advice about how to navigate this critical year.
ADVISORY COMMERCIALS
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