Finishing Strong
Senior year is such an exciting time! There is so
much happening and even more to look forward to;
it’s no wonder that many seniors find themselves
in a bind at the end of the year because they’ve
fallen victim to senioritis. Here are a few things to
remember to help you stay on track:
SKIPPING CLASS IS STILL A BAD IDEA.
Students sometimes think that senior year is time to be a little
more lax about their attendance, but this can come back to bite
you when you realize you’ve missed crucial assignments or test
information!
YOUR GRADES STILL MATTER... EVEN IN THE
SECOND SEMESTER!
After those acceptance letters arrive it can be tempting to think
that you don’t really need to stay on top of your GPA anymore.
But schools retain the right to revoke admissions and scholarship
offers if your grades slip below the threshold, and your final
transcript will need to be sent to them at the end of the year. You
have a lot on the line, so make sure you study and complete all
assignments to keep your grades up to par!
DON’T GET OVERWHELMED – GET ORGANIZED.
On top of school, extra-circulars (and maybe even an after school
job), this year you will need to balance things such as senior
portraits, campus visits, prom, AP tests, the college admissions
deadlines and more. It can be easy to feel as if you’re being pulled
in a million different directions, so staying organized is critical!
Make lists of your activities and keep a good calendar to stay on
top of it all and ensure that everything gets done.
THERE ARE RESOURCES AVAILABLE,
SO USE THEM!
Your teachers know how crucial this year is, so if you find
yourself struggling don’t be afraid to go to them for extra help.
If you find yourself overwhelmed by the college admissions
process, see your counselor or someone who has recently been
through the process themselves for advice. You can also reach out
to your college admissions department for guidance as you begin
the college application process.
TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR PERFORMANCE.
When graduation day comes, you’ll walk across the stage in front
of your family and friends and accept a diploma that represents
four years of your life. When Pomp and Circumstance plays,
make sure you can strut across that stage and feel good about the
work that you’ve put in!
According to the National Association of College
Admission Counseling, 21 percent of colleges
reported that they had revoked an admission
of fer, with an average of about 10 rescinded
of fers per college.
Check out our senior year timeline on pg. 32!
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