JUNIOR YEAR HIGHLIGHTS
- PSAT/ NMSQT (October)
- All juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT. Juniors who earn top scores on the PSAT/NMSQT are recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program in the Fall of their senior year.
- Junior Family Night (Fall)
- All juniors and their parents are invited to attend Junior Family Night. Admissions representatives from the UC, CSU, and Private/Independent College Systems will speak about their respective college system and engage in a Q&A.
- RACC Night (Spring)
- NHS hosts representatives from a variety of out-of-state colleges. The evening begins with an engaging presentation followed by a college fair. Students have the opportunity to speak directly with college representatives.
- Junior Presentations (Spring)
- Counselors will present to all junior-level English classes to prepare students for post-high school planning, including the college application process.
- 4-Year College Application Workshop for Juniors (May)
- Counselors will provide an in-depth workshop for all juniors planning for 4-year college after school, specifically addressing what students can work on during the summer to prepare for their Senior Year fall college application process
- Throughout the School Year
- Juniors are invited to attend presentations from college representatives and career speakers at the College and Career Center.
- Throughout the year, counselors are available to help students with any academic, personal/social, or college/career-related questions and concerns.
- Prior to spring conferences, counselors will review all junior transcripts and update graduation/a-g worksheets. Updated documents will be shared with all juniors so that they know exactly which courses to request for their senior year.
RESOURCES
Items specific to the Class of 2026 will be posted after the following events take place in the current school year.