With about five months left to the 25-26 school year, Heritage seniors are preparing for their inevitable graduation in a plethora of ways.
The end is in sight for soon-to-be graduates alike, with students focusing on how they are going to leave their mark on the school and prepare ahead. It’s no surprise that college is the typical path talked about the most, but there are many other paths with a numerous amount of preparations in addition.
An accessible way that students can put themselves in line for success is by taking the ACT. The ACT is a nationwide test required to be taken once for juniors, but only that once. After that, it is up to the student to take the test themself. Note cards, practice tests and ACT prep are known to be some of the most useful methods in studying for the ACT.
“Im preparing myself for after high school by having an agenda, making it clear what I need to do by setting goals, staying disciplined and trying to have a positive future outlook,” said Kimberly Pineda (12).
Pineda notes that once graduation is over, whatever path a student chooses is to be taken seriously. Jobs, schools and any institution refuse to extend deadlines and allow leniency. Heritage is determined to prepare students for the world outside of high school, with the ACT Work Keys being a way Heritage tests students’ readiness.
Deadlines are another incredibly important factor too for seniors who plan on engaging in higher education after high school. Colleges, scholarships, housing applications and so many more hold every single person to strict standards, regardless of the opportunity being offered.
“Some things I am doing to prepare myself are by just making sure I have all A’s and I’m keeping up with my transcript GPA in order to track my progress,” said Taylor Manning (12).
Preparation for senior year is just as important to students alike that have ideas of professions they want to pursue. Additionally, tests like the SAT and the Accuplacer are geared towards making just as impact as the ACT for incoming college freshmen.
From AP to Concurrent pathways, the broad yet strengthening classes offer a hand to every student willing to put up with the rigorous workload.
“My best piece of advice to up and coming seniors is to take advantage of college classes. They’re free, very rewarding and you’re getting credits you’ll eventually need if you plan on going to college,” said Manning.
