Sophomores
Top things for Sophomores to do:
Get involved!
- If you are not yet involved in something you enjoy, join a club or another activity.
Grades Matter!
- College Applications look at Sophomore and Junior year grades – college applications happen too early in Senior year for senior year grades to add to the application
- Financial Aid: Cal Grant also looks at Sophomore and Junior year grades for aid eligibility
Volunteer!
- Look for summer volunteer opportunities at Career Expo in March
- There is a Community Service board in the CCC with opportunities
Check out College Opportunities
- Attend the EDUHSD Regional College Fair at UMHS in October.
- Attend college rep visits in the Career Center at lunch.
- Talk to reps during mini-fairs
- Take the PSAT in October.
Explore Careers
- Attend Career Expo in March
- Take an ASVAB test for Career Exploration
- October or March
Plan ahead for Junior and Senior year
- Make sure you understand college a-g requirements. Meet with your Counselor if you have questions.
- Consider taking AP classes next year.
- Think about an ROP class
- Consider Advanced Education through Folsom Lake College
- Get a job to gain some work experience
- Work permits can be obtained and processed in the Career Center