10th Grade Students

• Work with a parent to update your information in FAFSA4caster at www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov and continue to save for college

• Take challenging classes in core academic subjects

• Stay involved in school- or community-based activities that interest you or let you explore career interests

• Talk to your school counselor and other mentors about education after high school

• Meet with your school counselor to discuss college and its requirements

• Consider taking a practice Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test or the PLAN exam

• Use your summer wisely:  Work, volunteer or take a summer course

• Go to career information events to get a more detailed look at career options 

10th Grade Parents

• Continue to talk to your child about college plans

• Keep an eye on your child's study habits and grades

• Encourage your child to take challenging classes

• Add to your child's college savings account regularly

• Learn from Help Your Child Improve in Test-Taking at www.ed.gov/parents

• Plan to attend school college visits and financial aid presentations with your child

• Help your child develop independence by encouraging him or her to take responsibility for balancing homework with other activities or a part-time job

• Learn about the standardized tests your child will be taking during the 10th-12 grades