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Preparing for College - 10th Grade

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Congratulations, you have mastered your first year of high school and you're on your way! Keep up the good study habits and stay focused on your coursework as you continue your journey to college.

  • Take Geometry or Algebra II.
  • Take college prep English.
  • October: Register for the PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test), a practice exam for the SAT I (Scholastic Assessment Test I), which is required for several national scholarships.
  • Take part in enrichment programs and summer workshops at CSU campuses in subjects like music, science, engineering, writing, filmmaking, and others.
  • Join clubs, play sports and volunteer. This is a good way to develop or expand your interests.
  • Earn good grades (As and Bs) and stay on top of homework assignments.

You Can Do It!