College Preparation - 11th Grade

During this year students demonstrate responsibility and ownership of academics and activities in the arts, athletics or student government. Many students have assumed leadership positions or otherwise demonstrated initiative and creativity. These students have concentrated their coursework with their particular academic interests and personal strengths.

The academic program becomes more rigorous with the introduction of Advanced Placement courses. Qualified students may enroll in AP Biology and Government (additional AP courses available in twelfth grade).

Continued PSAT and SAT Preparation

College admission officers make presentations to eleventh and twelfth grade students. Students take the PSAT in October and are entered in the National Merit Scholarship Competition. Intensive PSAT preparation classes are offered. Students and parents are expected to attend the February college admission seminar which covers all phases of the college and financial aid application process. Students and parents are urged to visit college campuses during Spring Break and the summer. Students take SAT II subject tests in May and June. Students take personality and career interest tests at a community college career center. Students and parents are expected to meet with the college advisor in May to prepare an individualized plan for college admission and SAT preparation.