Your future after high school graduation is entirely up to you, and thankfully, there are many different paths you can take upon graduating with a high school diploma.
Possible pathways include:
College
Internships
Other work opportunities
If you're not sure which path you want to take after you graduate high school, no worries. There are plenty of resources available for you to research different colleges, internships, and careers. A great place to start would be to check out CFNC, which will provide local NC college-related information. To access CFNC, click here. Additionally, College Board is a one-stop shop for all college admissions information. To access College Board, click here.
Be Prepared
College entrance exams measure a student's preparedness to graduate high school and enter college. There are several kinds of college entrance exams including:
Colleges typically assess whether or not a student is a good fit for their school by weighing the student's college application, community service, and the student's test scores on one or more of these exams, among other factors. Therefore, it is important to plan ahead, study, and prepare yourself for your exam so you can be sure you are giving your best effort.
Testing Dates: ACT TEST Administration @ CGS on Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021
Interact With Your Community
Colleges and businesses looking to hire interns love seeing community service on your resume. Community service shows that you are selfless and are willing to give back to your local community. As a bonus, you'll be using your skills to help others.
Here are some places where you can volunteer in the community:
Food Banks
Food Pantries/Soup Kitchens
Animal Shelters
Habitat for Humanity
National Parks
Local Library
YMCA
Salvation Army
Goodwill
The American Red Cross
Retirement Homes
It doesn't take a long list of skills or experience to volunteer. All it takes is the willingness to lend a hand in your community. To get started, just call or email an organization of your choice and ask if they're accepting new volunteers and offer your time. Become an active citizen in your community by volunteering today.
Become a Leader
As upperclassmen, you can be leaders within our school by:
Mentoring younger students (helping them with organization, time management, homework, sports, etc.)
Reading to elementary students
Volunteering at school events (fundraisers, dances, sporting events, etc.)
You are a vital part of our CGS ecosystem, so it's important that you exhibit leadership skills and help pave the way for future high school students.