Preparing for college and career success doesn’t have to wait until high school! Encourage your children to explore their interests, set goals, and get ready for college from a young age.

What Parents/Guardians Can Do

• Encourage your child to be present each day for class. Allow them to explore their likes, interests, and hobbies. 
• Support your child in their academic schoolwork and encouraging a culture of learning at home. 
• Allow your child to participate in school-sponsored activities and encourage participation in enrichment and extracurricular programs.
• Create easy to follow routines at home to help your child develop character and skill-building.
• Participate in parent opportunities and groups at your school.
• Communicate with your child about how their activities and interests outside of school can lead them to success and career opportunities in the future. 
• Encourage a positive outlook on assessments as a means to improve and expand on knowledge.
• Connect to a school counselor regarding career assessments or activities for your child. 
• Teach your child about savings and financial literacy by setting up a piggy bank, savings account, or allowance system.
• Start saving for college! Learn more about college savings accounts and the GUSD College Success Fund.

What Students Can Do:

• Take challenging and interesting classes to prepare for high school.
• Develop strong study habits.
• Discuss your college and career plans with your family, teachers, and counselors.
• Do your best in school and on standardized tests.
• Get involved at school or in your community.
   

What Parents/Guardians Can Do:

• Help your child develop strong study habits at home.
• Explore specialized programs that will benefit your child’s interests and prepare them for success. Check out GUSD Career & Technical Education, dual enrollment, and early college academies.
• Talk to your child about their college and career aspirations.
• Start saving for college if you haven’t already! Learn more about college savings accounts and the GUSD College Success Fund.

High School Success Guides

• 9^th Grade
• 10^th Grade
• 11^th Grade