Check your schedule to make sure you are taking every class you need for the diploma you are seeking. Visit your School Counselor immediately if your schedule is incorrect.
Meet with college admissions and military representatives who visit NHS during lunch.
Attend the scheduled NHS presentations to learn more about Postsecondary Planning and Financial Aid. Check the Calendar and listen to announcements for details.
Take the SAT and ACT -- starting in January. NHS offers the SAT in January and May. NHS offers the ACT in February. See "Important Dates for Seniors" below. Register for the SAT at www.sat.collegeboard.org Register for the ACT at www.actstudent.org
Register for the NCAA clearinghouse if you are a prospective Division I or Division II athlete at www.eligibilitycenter.org. Registration is mandatory!
Review your next year’s schedule.
Attend all AP/ACP and other course meetings announced by your teachers. Listen to announcements.
If possible, seek out summer opportunities that allow you to explore your next steps and career goals (e.g. visit college campuses, talk with military representatives, summer jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities).