College Preparation Quiz

What are some magnet programs you may be able to join at Fort Vancouver or Hudson's Bay high school?

• Construction Trades

• Cosmetology

• Careers in Education

• Medical Arts

TRiO offers after-school ?

What are some ways to prepare yourself for college while in high school?

• Taking Advanced Placement (AP) classes when you can

• Joining a program like Running Start or Cascadia Tech

• Skipping out on the classes you don't like

• Utilizing tutoring and other academic supports

How can participating in extracurricular activities like sports or clubs benefit your college preparation?

• It can demonstrate leadership, time management, and teamwork skills.

• It only benefits students who have high GPAs

• It can lead to decreased academic performance

• It has no impact on college preparation

Why is building a strong GPA, or showing academic improvement important for college?

• It only matters for certain types of colleges

• It has no impact on college admissions or scholarship opportunities

• Colleges prefer students with lower GPAs

• It demonstrates academic persistence/ability and can impact college admissions and scholarship opportunities.

What is the significance of seeking out mentorship and guidance in high school?

• It is a waste of time

• It can provide valuable support, advice, and direction for academic and personal growth.

• It can lead to having too many people in your corner

• It has no impact on academic or personal growth

What are some necessary high school classes that students should take to prepare for college?

• Math, English, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language

• Social Media 101

• Theater & Dance

• Home Economics & Wood-shop

How can taking advanced courses, like Magnet Programs, AP classes, or College in the High School help with college preparation?

• By missing out on social activities and extracurriculars

• By learning study habits

• By practicing time management

• By developing critical thinking skills

What are the benefits of being involved in community service activities for college readiness?

• You can learn more about the people in your community

• Helping others can feel really good and set you up for good habits!

• You can add experience to your resume and college applications

• All of the above

Why is it important to start thinking about college early in high school?

• It eliminates some stress later down the road

• You can start building a strong application early

• To seem cooler to your friends

• Your transition into college might be easier