11th Grade
Timeline
September
No time like the present to start thinking about life after high school!
PSAT offered in October to all Juniors at no cost.
Consider attending college fairs at CCM, William Paterson, & Fairleigh Dickinson University
December
Review PSAT scores. Link PSAT scores to Khan Academy for free online prep
Explore SAT/ACT prep course options (lots of courses available locally)
Develop your individual timeline for taking SATs/ACTs and check registration deadlines
January
Attend the Junior Seminar out of English classes
Begin to prepare for SAT/ACT tests - Register for an SAT/ACT prep program through an outside agency
Start to consider the type of postsecondary education that you are interested in
Consider factors such as location size, cost, admission requirements, etc.
February - May
Begin seriously searching for postsecondary schools you might like to attend
Attend Mini College Fair at PHS as well as National College Fair in April
Use the search programs in Naviance or College Board to research potential colleges
Register and take the SAT (March, May, or June)
Consider taking the ACT as well (April, June)
VISIT the schools you are interested in! – Sign up for visits on the college websites
Pick your courses for Senior year wisely. Colleges will factor in your senior year academics
Identify teachers that you would like to write your letter of recommendation and speak to them about it
Rising Senior Seminar (during class)
June - August
Continue to visit schools that you may want to attend
Try to narrow your list to 5-7 schools
Work on your college essay and activity resume
Complete Brag Sheet; Have parents complete Parent Brag Sheet
Begin the Common App (if applicable)
Register to take the SATs again in August or October, if applicable
Enjoy summer and gear up for Senior Year!
Keep grades up throughout Junior Year!
YOUR GRADES MATTER!