Stafford High School

Things to Think About

• In which subjects did I excel?
• Am I taking courses that lead to my post high school plans?
• Am I giving my best to sophomore courses?
• Of my unique talents and strengths, which would I most like to develop?
• Am I involved in at least on extra-curricular activity or community service?
• What potential career /post high school option have I considered?

Things to Do

• Update my personal file.
• Keep a record of all grades including tests, homework, papers, etc. in all classes.
• Seek assistance from teachers and counselors when needed.
• Take the PSAT test in October.
• Maintain strong academic performance and excellent attendance records.
• Be aware of your graduation requirements.
• Talk with your teachers, parents, and school counselors about course selections for Junior year (late January).
• Visit counselor to explore post high school plans and interests.
• Continue involvement in extracurricular activities.
• Review finalized Junior schedule with counselor in April.

NCAA Eligibility Process

• Maintain academics and conversations with your school counselor.
• Start doing research on colleges you may be interested in.
• Research current roster, watch games and style of play, research tenure of coach and coaching changes.
• Register with the NCAA Eligibility Center.
• Start going on unofficial visits to colleges of interest.