Services for 8th Graders

The 8th grade year is the last year for a student to get on a solid academic footing before starting high school. College Prep Counseling's consultations for 8th grade students and their families consist of one family meeting, plus phone, email, or in-person consultations during the rest of the year to answer questions and address any concerns. The family meeting includes:

• advice on selection of prerequisite courses for a college preparatory high-school curriculum
• an overview of reading and writing proficiency requirements for a successful high-school career
• a review of student interests that can be developed in depth in the high-school years
• advice on PSAT and SAT test preparation through authentic long-term skill development
• a brainstorming of ideas for fun family summer activities that can enhance and encourage the student? academic and extracurricular endeavors.