NHS Winter Break Tip #1
While the upcoming Winter Break is the perfect time for our Panthers to enjoy a break from classes and spend time with family and friends, it is also a fantastic opportunity to utilize the extra time for college preparations. We would like to offer a 5-part series of tips and information to help guide you, and while these daily tips are mainly focusing on our seniors, it’s never too early for our younger Panthers to develop a strategy for their college plans!
Stay on top of your high school studies! Getting the most out of your senior year isn’t just about grades, but making sure those final grades don’t slide is a wise use of a few hours of winter break. A weak senior year finish may be a red flag for admissions officers. If you already have an acceptance letter from your dream college, you may have been granted “conditional admission” that can be rescinded if your final high school transcript has some academic hiccups, so don’t lose focus! This is a great time to review your grades in Skyward, catch up on any missing work, or maybe get a head start on an upcoming project.
As always, make sure to visit the NHS Student Center (https://www.alachuaschools.net/.../page/nhs-student-center) or speak with your NHS Guidance Counselor if you need any help. Online appointment scheduling is available for both Mrs. Cheggeh (for students with last name ending with A-L) and Mrs. Ross (for students with last name ending with M-Z). 
“Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” – Nora Ephron