High School

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Preparation

AP, Honors, and Standard: What Class Level Is Best

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AP Classes
Honors Classes
Standard Classes
Community College Classes
Class Difficulty and QPA
Which Should You Take?

High School Class Registration: Guide To Graduation

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What are QPA and GPA?
Maximizing GPA for Class Rank
Dual Credit and Completer Programs

Getting A Strong High School Recommendation Letter

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What Makes a Great Recommendation Letter?
Building Relationships Early On
Choosing Staff to Try and Connect With
If You’re Already a Senior
Miscellaneous Tips

Scheduling Graduation Requirements: 4 Year Plan

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Understanding Your High School’s Degree Plan
Creating a Four-Year Degree Plan
Tips for Choosing When to Take Which Classes

High School Classroom Structure and Expectations

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Traditional Classrooms
Inverted/Flipped Classrooms

Magnet vs Private vs Public: Types of High Schools

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Magnet Schools
Private Schools
Public Schools
How to Pick

Middle School VS High School: Tips For New School

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Getting Around
Making Friends
How Much Harder Will High School Be?

Being Successful

Free Online Resources: Study Smarter Not Harder

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Clouds
Document / Presentation
Study Tools
Miscellaneous

Increasing High School GPA: What Actually Worked

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Evaluate the Difficulty of Your Classes
Consider the Weight of Your Classes
Take More Classes
Be Proactive
Retake Classes

Perfecting Your Note Taking: High School Edition

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Materials
Top Tips
Lecture Notes
Textbook Notes

Standardized Tests

SAT VS ACT: What Students Should Consider

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General Information and Geographic Trends
Breakdown of the Test Formats
Choosing A Test

Why Should I Take The ACT: Guide And Resources

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Books
Online Resources
ACT Essay
Registering for the Test
Sending Scores to Colleges and Superscoring

Why Should I Take The SATs: Resources & Help

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Books
Online Resources
SAT Essay
Registering for the Test
Sending Scores to Colleges and Superscoring

Can I Take An AP Without Taking The Class: Self Studying

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Should I Self-Study for an AP Exam?
Study Tips
How to Register

Extracurriculars

Scoring An Internship: High School Edition

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What is an Internship?
How to Get an Internship
Making the Most of Your Internship
Is an Internship Right For You?

Pre-Professional Clubs: Do They Prepare You For Undergrad?

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Honors Societies
Career-Based Organizations
Volunteer Organizations

Should I Work Part-Time: Student Pros And Cons

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Should I Get a Job?
How to Get Hired
Employment Forms

Service Hours: How To Get The Most Experience As A Student

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How Many Do I Need?
Quality, not Quantity
Finding Opportunities

Dual Enrollment in Community College Classes: The New AP?

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How to Enroll
Benefits of Dual Enrollment
Online Learning
Dual Enrollment vs. AP Classes

Extracurriculars in High School: What Students Say Are The Best

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What Does it Mean to be Well-Rounded?
What Types of Extracurriculars Can You Join?
Tips on Starting Your Own Club(s)
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