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⚖️ Future lawyers, this one’s for you! During 7th period on Tuesday, February 10th, Mr. Meyer and Mrs. Roach are bringing in a judge and lawyers to share what it’s really like working in the legal field. Come learn, ask questions, and get inspired! If you’re interested in attending, clear it with your 7th hour teacher and email Mr. Meyer your RSVP. See you in the MPR & bring your questions! #careeropportunities #lawschool #tricitiesprep ... See MoreSee Less

⚖️ Future lawyer

Took less than 10 minutes. I actually timed it. Re-enrollment is open NOW. This helps us at Prep TREMENDOUSLY if you do this early. Thank you! 🙏 ... See MoreSee Less

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College Preparation Timeline For Tri-Cities Prep Students

Freshman & Sophomore Year

  • Start building your college resume:  Look for volunteer opportunities, service-learning and extra-curricular activities to demonstrate commitment
  • Look to participate in a college summer program to explore possible career interest.

Junior Year

  • Fall (early October) PSATs are administered by Prep staff for all juniors
  • College admission counselors come to Prep.  Visits are from 2:50 – 3:20.  Check the calendar for these presentations.
  • SAT testing begins early May.
  • Familiarize yourself with Collegeboard.com
  • Plan college campus visits
  • Get to know Prep College Advisor, Mrs. Finch

Senior Year

  • Students can re-take the SATs (or take them for the first time if they didn’t take them in the spring)
  • Senior Application Day:  This day is scheduled early in October – Only Seniors go to Prep on this day where the faculty helps them complete applications
  • College-Apply early!  November 15th is your target date
  • Application for the FAFSA begins October 1st.  Get your pin number set up.  Visit:  https://fafsa.ed.gov/
  • Check back under College Counselor for a listing of college visits at Prep and upcoming local scholarships application deadlines
  • Work on your college application essays – enlist the help of a parent/teacher/friend to edit
  • Visit college campuses
  • May 1st is the deadline to make your college decision