Planning Timeline

Eight Grade Year

Make sure to attend the Future Freshman Forum. You will hear from current high school students and teachers what to expect in high school. The evening event will jumpstart the thinking process about the importance of what classes you take in high school. You will learn the difference between weighted and unweighted GPA, what a transcript is, how to get involved in meaningful school and community activities.

Discover Your Passions
Explore and become involved in PRCA’s  community  in clubs, organizations, athletics and community service.

Plan for a Meaningful Summer Experience
Seek out academic programs, leadership camps, internships, volunteer work or other worthwhile activities that will enrich your summer months. Visit with Mrs. Rohne in the Guidance Center for possibly opportunities.

Freshman Year

Pursue a challenging course load given your interests and strengths. To begin a successful high school career, it is important to get acclimated to high school courses, workloads and expectations right from the start. Do not hesitate to seek out assistance from teachers or administrators outside of class. This will enable you to work to your potential and makes for a more enjoyable and successful school experience. You will be preparing yourself for college if you spend your freshman year immersed in your academic and extra-curricular activities. Be cautious about overdoing it though, maintaining a balanced life is critical.

PSAT Testing
The PSAT is administered at not cost to freshmen, sophomores and juniors on a designated Wednesday at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (typically the second Wednesday of October). 

College Days
You will have an opportunity to attend 4 mini-seminars on the following topics:

  • Transitioning to high school
  • Spiritual gifts assessment
  • Personality profile, followed by a career and college search related to that profile
  • Alumni panel and their experience with how high school prepared them for college

Resume Writing Presentation
Mrs. Abrams will present a lesson on resume-writing and the elements that make up an excellent resume.

Discover Your Passions
Explore and become involved in PRCA’s community in clubs, organizations, athletics and community service.

Plan for a Meaningful Summer Experience
Seek out academic programs, leadership camps, internships, volunteer work or other worthwhile activities that will enrich your summer months.

Sophomore Year

Pursue a challenging course load as appropriate. Keep in mind that colleges and universities like to see students challenge themselves to the extent that they can. For some, this challenge will come in the form of a college preparatory curriculum. Students in a college preparatory curriculum may show that they are challenging themselves by going beyond the minimum graduation requirements in subject areas such as foreign language, mathematics and laboratory sciences. For other students, a challenging curriculum may come in the form of Honors or Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students and families are reminded that a student's bid for admission is considered in light of how well they perform within their chosen courses. There is no perfect formula for course selection for all students. Similarly, there is no minimum number of Honors or AP courses required for admission. Every student presents different strengths and academic interests. Students are encouraged to explore a wide breadth and depth of courses that are of interest to them.

Resume Writing Presentation
Mrs. Abrams will present a lesson on resume-writing and the elements that make up an excellent resume.

College Days
You will have an opportunity to attend 4 mini-seminars on the following topics:

  • Transition to high school
  • Spiritual gifts test
  • Personality profile, followed by a career and college search related to that profile
  • Alumni panel

PSAT Testing
The PSAT is administered to freshmen, sophomores and juniors on a designated Wednesday at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (typically the second Wednesday of October).
 
 Paving the Path to College Night
Mrs. Rohne debriefs the sophomore class on their PSAT results, once scores are available from the College Board. You will be introduced to collegeboard.com website and the helpful tools in place for you to understand what your scores mean and how to use them to prepare for the SAT’s. In addition, you will hear about college and comparative searches and excellent summer enrichment opportunities.

Discover Your Passions
Explore and become involved in PRCA’s community in clubs, organizations, athletics and community service.

Plan for a Meaningful Summer Experience
Seek out academic programs, summer leadership camps, internships, volunteer work or other worthwhile activities that will enrich your summer months.

Junior Year

Pursue a challenging course load as appropriate. Keep in mind that colleges and universities like to see students challenge themselves to the extent that they can. For some, this challenge will come in the form of a college preparatory curriculum like the curriculum at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. Students in a college preparatory curriculum may show that they are challenging themselves by going beyond the minimum graduation requirements in subject areas such as foreign language, mathematics and laboratory science. For other students, a challenging curriculum may come in the form of Honors or Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students and families are reminded that a student's bid for admission is considered in light of how well they perform within their chosen courses. There is no perfect formula for course selection for all students. Similarly, there is no minimum number of Honors or AP courses required for admission. Because every student presents with different strengths and academic interests, students are encouraged to explore a wide breadth and depth of courses that are of interest to them.

Continue your involvements in PRCA's clubs, organizations, athletics and community service.

Resume Writing  Presentation
Mrs. Abrams will present a lesson on resume-writing and the elements that make up an excellent resume.

SAT/ACT Tests
Plan to take either or both of these tests in the fall. (Juniors should plan on taking three tests their junior year; take the SAT, then the ACT.  Whichever test you prefer, plan to take again.)
www.collegeboard.com for the SAT
www.actstudent.org for the ACT

College Days
You will have an opportunity to attend mini-seminars.

College Fair
PRCA hosts the National Christian College Fair every year. Make sure to mark that date on your calendar early so you attend. This is an invaluable experience as you prepare to disseminate between college options.

PSAT Testing
The PSAT is administered to freshmen, sophomores and juniors on a designated Wednesday at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy (typically the second Wednesday of October).

Paving the Path to College Night  - January
This evening is specifically geared toward Juniors in regard to how to use their PSAT, receiving their PSAT grade reports, preparing to take the SAT and understanding the upcoming deadlines/expectations as a junior in the college search process.

SAT/ACT Testing
Don’t forget to finish up your three tests this year.

Spring Break College Trip
Students have the opportunity to visit several schools during spring break, organized by the guidance center. During this time, they will shadow students and spend a night on campus. It is an excellent opportunity for solidifying your dreams/desires for your college experience. It is usually a five day trip.

Plan for a Meaningful Summer Experience
Seek out academic programs, leadership camps, internships, part-time jobs, volunteer work or other worthwhile activities that will enrich your summer months. 

AP Exams (see testing schedule)

SAT II Exams (see testing schedule)
Those students applying to school requiring SAT II subject tests are advised to register for the SAT II subject tests to be taken in June.

Senior Year

Continue to pursue a challenging course load as appropriate, and maintain strong grades. Colleges and universities like to see students challenge themselves to the extent that they can, and maintain solid grades throughout the senior year. For some, this challenge will come in the form of a college preparatory curriculum like the curriculum at Pusch Ridge Christian Academy. Students in a college preparatory curriculum may show that they are challenging themselves by going beyond the minimum graduation requirements in subject areas such as foreign language, mathematics, and laboratory science. For other students, a challenging curriculum may come in the form of Honors or Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students and families are reminded that a student's bid for admission is considered in light of how well they perform within their chosen courses. There is no perfect formula for course selection for all students. Similarly, there is no minimum number of Honors or AP courses required for admission. Because every student presents with different strengths and academic interests, students are encouraged to explore a wide breadth and depth of courses that are of interest to them.

Continue your involvement in clubs, athletics, arts, community service and seek leadership positions.

Essay and Resume Writing Counseling (ongoing)
Seniors may seek individual assistance on effective essay writing tips, get feedback on an essay draft, and learn about how to write a resume for colleges.

Interviewing Tips
Seniors may seek counseling, on an individual basis, about interviewing tips and mock interviews in preparation for college interviews.

College Admission Presentation
Mrs. Rohne will present a lesson and materials dealing with the college admissions process, standardized tests and the importance of the high school curriculum and transcripts.

SAT/ACT Testing
Students that have not completed the minimum of three standardized tests are STRONGLY encouraged to take their final test during the October sittings of either the SAT or ACT.

Attend College Fairs, Open Houses and College Receptions

Apply to Colleges
Mrs. Rohne will schedule several meetings throughout the summer and into the first quarter with individual seniors. These one-on-one meetings allow students to ask questions that pertain to their individual application process; get feedback on essays; and review timelines. Students are welcome to meet with Mrs. Rohne outside of these scheduled meetings if further assistance is required.

College Days
You will have an opportunity to attend four mini-seminars.

College Fair
PRCA hosts the National Christian College Fair every year. Make sure to mark that date on your calendar early so you attend. This is an invaluable experience as you prepare to disseminate between college options.

Scholarships
Students must maintain a current email with the guidance center, as regular scholarship offerings will be updated and emailed to students. Don’t miss these opportunities to fund your education.

Financial Aid Night - Paving the Path to College Night
This evening provides an overview of the financial aid filing process and various timelines. Financial Aid professionals provide advice on how to best fill out and submit financial aid related paperwork.

Make College Selection and Submit Deposits (by May 1)

College Admission Acceptances (on-going)

AP Exams (May)

Graduation (May)

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