Sophomore Year (10th Grade)

[ ] Explore your academic interests through summer classes on Coursera or EdX for subjects you’re interested in, but are not offered at your school
[ ] Complete summer homework and prep for classes you may find challenging in the Fall
[ ] Volunteer or work at a job on a consistent schedule
[ ] Continue participating in meaningful activities or start a new activity that reflects your interests
[ ] Create a resume of all your activities - include leadership positions, your impact, and time you spend on the activity. Check out our Resume Template.
[ ] Visit some local college campuses to identify what factors are important to you. Sign up using the same email address you will use for college applications

Tip: Create a new email address just for college activities. Ex: First Name. Last [email protected]

[ ] Evaluate whether there are any other classes you need to change before the Add/Drop Deadline (date in which you need to change your classes by - otherwise they show up as a W on your transcript. You’ll want to explain any grades lower than a B and Withdrawals too)
[ ] Reflect on your classes and identify which ones you are doing well in and which ones you need help with
[ ] Register for AP tests that match the classes you are taking this year (if applicable)
[ ] Register for and take the PSAT
[ ] Participate in your classes - ask questions, speak up in discussions, go to extra-help sessions (you’ll need good relationships with your teachers for letters of recommendation for summer programs, scholarships, etc)
[ ] Continue to practice organizing and managing your time
[ ] Continue engaging in activities you enjoy, drop the ones you don’t, and try new ones.
[ ] Get involved in community service activities - especially ones that align with your academic or personal interests
[ ] Talk and build relationships with your teachers in subjects you enjoy most or need help with

[ ] Use Khan Academy to practice the subjects you can improve on from your PSAT
[ ] Consider what you want to do this summer (intellectual exploration, community service, job, independent project, research, etc)