High School Sophomores
Now is a good time to think about the kind of college to attend – and what kind of life you want to lead after college.
Do you want a highly selective college with great academics? One where you maintain a high level of physical fitness while serving your country? Do you want to become a leader of people? Achieve lifelong success?
Challenge yourself!
You have time to figure out what you want to do, but if you’re interested in a top-tier college, such as West Point, begin now to prepare yourself.
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- Academics
- Take challenging courses in a college-preparatory program.
- Earn A’s and B’s consistently throughout high school.
- Leadership – Position yourself to become a leader, if not now, then by your junior year.
- Become a member of clubs or other organizations in your community, school, or church.
- Work toward becoming an officer in the organizations to which you belong.
- Ask a teacher, coach or guidance counselor to help you find ways to serve.
- Physical – Improve your physical strength and endurance.
- Participate in intramural sports or join one of your school’s athletic teams.
