1. Make a 'To Do' list daily.
2. Use spare minutes wisely.
3. It's okay to say NO.
4. Find the right time.
5. Review your notes daily.
6. Get a good night's sleep.
7. Communicate your schedule to others.
8. Become a taskmasters.
9. Do not waste time agonizing.
10. Keep things in perspective.

Before the test:
1. Eat well.
2. Bring the right supplies.
3. Review the whole test before you start.
4. Jot down your first thoughts.

During the test:
1. Read the directions.
2. Answer easy questions first.
3. Answer every question.
4. Ask questions.
5. Identify key words.
6. Rephrase difficult questions.
7. Organize your thoughts.
8. Write neatly.
9. Use all of the time given.

Juniors
- Put together a plan for taking the ACT, AP, SAT I, SAT II.
- Request counselor evaluation of your records.
- Join National Honor Society, if eligible.
- Start scholarship search.
- Ask parents to check on scholarships available through their employment, unions, and service organizations.
- Write to college admission offices for info, catalogues, and visitation dates.
- Narrow selection of colleges.
- Plan college visits.
- Athletes: Check with coach for NCAA eligibility requirements if you plan to play.
- Attend College Night and Career Day.

Seniors
- Request High School Counselor evaluation of coursework.
- Write for college applications and housing information.
- Sign up for required tests: ACT, AP, SAT I, SAT II.
- Identify potential sources of recommendations.
- Begin writing college essays.
- Gather income tax records for financial aid process.
- Attend Financial Aid Workshops.
- Apply for Scholarships. KEEP CHECKING FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES.
- Join National Honor Society, if eligible.
- Photocopy Application Checklist and place copies in each college file you have.

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