ABOUT US
STUDENTS
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
PARENTS
CHARGERS GUIDANCE
Get off to a good start academically
Work with parents and counselor to implement post-secondary plans
Register for the PSAT
Take PSAT Exam in October
Maintain focus on academic work
Discuss career and college interests with your guidance counselor
Begin to identify college that may be an appropriate “fit’ for you.
Assess your PSAT results
Develop plans to prepare for the SAT(s)
Discuss options available to improve your test taking skills
Consider SAT test prep if needed
Finalize your testing plan for the remainder of the year
Fully prepare for mid-year exams
Create a list of “Prospective colleges”
Develop an Activities List
Research colleges that fit your career interests and personal goals
Create a file for each college or university that you are considering
Continue to investigate post-secondary options that interest you
Register for the May SAT (at BMR)
Make appointments to visit colleges and universities.
Decide whether you plan to take SAT Subject tests
Explore post-secondary institutions on line and email them for admission materials
Attend spring college fairs(Boston National College Fair in April)
Visit local colleges during spring vacation
Continue researching post-secondary opportunities
Register for the June SAT or SAT Subject test
Register for June ACT
Take SAT Subject Tests, if required by colleges that interest you
Take May SAT
Narrow down your list of colleges
Continue to visit colleges and universities
Update Activity List
Ask current teachers for letters of recommendation
Take SAT or SAT Subject Tests and/or ACT
Assess May SAT scores and plan future testing based on results
Continue to visit colleges
Obtain college applications. The Common Application usually becomes available online in early July.
Write first draft of college essay