With the end of the year comes celebration and a look ahead. It also brings into play your high schooler’s anxieties about their next steps and if college is one of them. In Athens, GA, students may be wondering if college is the right move for them this year.
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If most of these areas are strong, college is a good next step. If there are a few or more areas that are in need of some work, consider teaming up with one of our Academic Coaches. Together, they will help your student determine if college is a realistic goal and if so, what they need to do to prepare for the journey.
We are not proponents of the theory that college is for everyone. It honestly is not. But for your student, if they are thinking about it, here are some important things to consider:
1. Are they academically prepared?
a. Did their high school do a good job at getting them ready for the rigor that will be expected of them in college?
b. Do they know how to study on their own to do more than just memorize?
c. Do they understand how to make connections to what they learn and why it is important?
d. Were they held to a standard of turning work in on time and remember deadlines on their own with minimal reminders?
2. Are they socially and mentally prepared?
a. Would they be able to step into a new environment filled with new people and expectations?
b. Can they adapt to roommates or classmates who do things differently than they do?
c. Are they independent and responsible enough to get themselves where they need to be on time?
d. Do they take ownership when they make mistakes or are they quick to give excuses?
3. Do they clearly understand their goals and are they willing to work for them?
a. Do they understand what career they are focused on and what it will take to get there?
b. Do they understand the standard of living they are striving for and if their chosen career will allow them to live the lifestyle they envision?
c. Are they aware that they will struggle at some point and that they have to have a strong enough desire to get to their goal to work through it?
NJ D.
” The program has geared me up for success not only in the classroom but also in life. Having a dedicated plan day in and day out has helped me achieve so much. With the help and guidance from ACS, I was able to graduate college (which I never thought could happen) and have helped me land my dream job right out of college! Thank you ACS!! “
Joe D.
” I was able to improve my test scores, improve my overall grades and even make dean’s list. I also gained a new mentor, coach, and friend. I am using the skills I learned through ACS daily in my career such as planning, focusing, and prioritizing my tasks each day. “
Carolina B.
” I struggle with time management and I have learned that I need accountability to finish and reach my goals. Having someone who cares about my success, offering tools and strategies to get there, has been crucial for my professional and personal development. I am so grateful for this support from ACS in this journey. “