Just for Sophomores!
This page is designed to provide information necessary for sophomores to prepare for the college application process. It is not meant to replace the interaction that sophomores can have with the FCDS College Counseling Staff. Rather, think of this as a complement to the student-counselor relationship. As the FCDS College Counseling Staff discovers new information for sophomores, we will put it here for your use.
The menu of links under "College Counseling" on the left side of this page will help to get to the information you need. Below is a overview of the planning process:
- Update the extracurricular activities list you began last year and review your academic goals.
- Evaluate your performance and your interest in each academic area. If you are strong in a particular subject or subjects, consult with your advisor about taking honors level and AP classes.
- Prepare to take the PSAT. Use the PSAT Bulletin and practice test that you will receive from your college counselor to become familiar with test format and the types of questions found on the PSAT.
- Take the PSAT on October 15, 2008 at FCDS.
- Visit colleges informally and use study hall and activity time to explore the resources available in the counseling center and on the Internet.
- On January 26, 2009, attend the College Night Program for sophomores for our mock application exercises. Click here to get the information necessary for the program.
