Academics

Everyone knows your grades in high school are important, but not enough students know how to strategically choose their course lists. Our articles will walk you through choosing a course list for every year of high school, as well as tips for excelling in your classes and what you need to prepare now for your future college applications.

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What is the highest GPA possible? What is an average GPA?

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30 Literary Devices Every High Schooler Needs to Know (With Examples)

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How to Calculate Your GPA: Use This Step by Step Guide

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Your Guide to the Google Science Fair

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Your October College Admissions Plan

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What Does a Rigorous High School Schedule Look Like?

Choosing Classes 4 min read
What’s the Difference Between AP and IB Classes?

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9th Graders: How to Approach High School Successfully

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How to Be More Organized in High School

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AP Courses: How Many Should Your High Schooler Take?

Choosing Classes 5 min read
What To Do If Your High School Doesn’t Offer AP Classes

Choosing Classes 4 min read
Dual Enrollment: What You Need To Know

Academic Tips and Info 5 min read
6-Point Checklist for Parents of Incoming 9th Graders

Academics 6 min read
What’s the Difference Between AP Physics 1, 2, & C?

Choosing Classes 6 min read
5 Homework Tips for Your High Schooler

Academics 3 min read
How to Learn From Your Mistakes: Making Sophomore Year Better

Academic Tips and Info 4 min read
What to Expect the First Weeks of High School

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