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College Planning
As a parent, you can be the most important person in determining if your teenager attends college or university. Here is some research-backed advice that can make the most difference.
- Start to talk about college or university with your child from early adolescence on. Especially during the last two years of high school, discussions about career choices and post-secondary education are influential.
- Discuss your education with your teen. Explain how your choices have made a difference in your life.
- Encourage your teen to pursue her interests. For example, if she shows an interest in computers, talk about career opportunities in this field and the necessary educational requirements for employment.
- Make sure your teen is aware of the grades needed for college or university. Help him to set realistic goals and achieve them.
- Promote extracurricular activities that will help your teen to develop a wide range of interests, skills and experiences.
- Explain how your daughter or son can use financial aid and scholarships to help pay tuition.
Source: Peel District School Board
As you and your teen prepare for the college journey, here are some resources to guide you ...
FAS Links:
- Career Planning
- College Planning
- Community Zone
- Parent Zone
- Resource Links
- Student Led Conferences
- Student Zone
- Teacher Zone
Recommended Websites:
PDF & Excel Documents:
- College Readiness Benchmarks .xls
- A Guide to the Family and Student Advocate System .pdf
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