Academic/Social/Emotional 

  • TIME MANAGEMENT WORKSHEET-The Time Management Worksheet helps students consider how they will allocate their time for a particular semester/trimester/quarter.​​
  • Teen Mental Health.org: Free resources and tips regarding mental health with a focus on the current pandemic, that are easy to share with students and families. 

College and Career 

College and career aspirations may seem far off, but the preparation starts now! Colleges look at all four years of academics, not just junior and senior years, so start strong by performing well in your classes.  Don't be the student who silently struggles through a semester—ask your teachers or counselor for help. Asking for help is a strength and can also help build strong relationships with the people you will go to when seeking recommendations as you begin the college application process!​​

NCS students will be asked to take part in developing their own four-year high school plans. Students will be encouraged to ask questions of themselves and others, to daydream, and examine their own strengths and areas of weakness to help them design an educational pathway that works for them. Some steps you will take include:
  • Gather information about the educational pathways at NCS during counselor classroom visits
  • Create a student account with the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC)
  • Complete a Career Interest Inventory through CFNC
  • Meet with the freshman counselor for initial and follow-up high school planning meetings (Fall and Spring)
Students should be aware of steps to take in order to be college-ready—starting now! Check out these essential resources to help you along the way: