Your 11th Grade Year

Choices - Considering Your Options

  • Enroll in a solid academic course load. Take Honors and AP classes when possible.
  • Keep your grades up; 11th grade is important.
  • Attendance and tardies do matter. Strive to be to school and class on time.
  • Take the PSAT/NMSQT in October.
  • Continue your involvement in volunteer and extracurricular activities. Apply/run for leadership positions.
  • Check the postings regarding college representative visits in the College and Career Center and attend presentations throughout the fall and winter.
  • Prepare for ACT and SAT on your own or by enrolling in a test preparation course.
  • Review your transcript thoroughly.
  • Attend College & Career Planning Night in February with your parents/guardians.
  • Utilize the Family Connection Program to begin your college search/research.
  • Research colleges and plan college visits.
  • Attend local college nights in the spring.
  • Take the ACT (April) and/or SAT (May) in the spring.

Information

Grade Level Parent Programs

11th Grade - 2024 Curriculum Night Presentation

September 18, 2024: College Financial Aid Q&A (English)
@ Downers Grove South Virtually

September 19, 2024: College Financial Aid Q&A (Spanish)
@ Downers Grove South Virtually

October 2-3, 2024, October 16-17, 2024: 11th Grade Discover You
Session #1

11th Grade Discover You Presentation Coming Soon

11th Grade Group Guidance Activity Page Coming Soon

11th Grade Timeline for College Planning Coming Soon

January 9, 2025, 6:30-8 PM: Financial Fit

January 21-27, 2025: Course Registration for the 2025-26 Academic Year

February 25, 2025, 6:30-8:30 PM: College and Career Exploration Night

March 5-6, 2025, March 12-13, 2025, March 19-20, 2025: 11th Grade Discover You Session #2