10th Grade
Your coaches: Kevin & Megan
Sophomore year can be a bit tricky. You're stuck in between already knowing the gist of high school and between advancing towards finding yourself. It is important to keep the momentum as a sophomore in high school as you move through the year. Take advantages of opportunities where you can preview or take the ACT in order to be better prepared for the actual test. Focus on your classes and AP tests in order to get at least some credits for college. Lastly, look for summer options such as camps, volunteer, etc to gain necessary experiences.
Volunteer/Jobs/Internships for 10th Graders
We've done the research of the opportunities that you may qualified for below:
Volunteer Opportunities:
Cookie Cart Volunteer
Fairview Hospital Junior Volunteer- You can choose the Fairview location for yourself and see if they have a junior volunteer program.
Allina Hospital
Minnesota Children's Museum
Minnesota Science Museum
School Year PAID Opportunities:
Minnesota Historical Society- High School Internship
Cookie Cart Bakery Program
Genesys Work - GREAT opportunity to intern for IT, Comp Sci positions
Summer PAID Opportunities:
Summer Science Opportunities Guide Sheet- In this sheet, you will find programs for high schoolers in the summer sponsored by places such as NASA, Stanford University, 3M. It provides you with what the program is, the link to those program, and the requirements. They are usually both PAID and UNPAID. BOOKMARK this page for future reference and deadlines. Applications are usually due later in the Spring, but bookmark so you won't forget!
Breakthrough Collaborative- Apply to be a program intern! Give back to your community!
Summer Camps Opportunities (Mostly free or with fellowships)
Camp Sunrise
Urban SCRUBS- WONDERFUL for those interested in the medical field!
ThreeSixty Summer Journalism Camps
The Loft Literary Center Young Writer Programs
Volunteer Opportunities:
Cookie Cart Volunteer
Fairview Hospital Junior Volunteer- You can choose the Fairview location for yourself and see if they have a junior volunteer program.
Allina Hospital
Minnesota Children's Museum
Minnesota Science Museum
School Year PAID Opportunities:
Minnesota Historical Society- High School Internship
Cookie Cart Bakery Program
Genesys Work - GREAT opportunity to intern for IT, Comp Sci positions
Summer PAID Opportunities:
Summer Science Opportunities Guide Sheet- In this sheet, you will find programs for high schoolers in the summer sponsored by places such as NASA, Stanford University, 3M. It provides you with what the program is, the link to those program, and the requirements. They are usually both PAID and UNPAID. BOOKMARK this page for future reference and deadlines. Applications are usually due later in the Spring, but bookmark so you won't forget!
Breakthrough Collaborative- Apply to be a program intern! Give back to your community!
Summer Camps Opportunities (Mostly free or with fellowships)
Camp Sunrise
Urban SCRUBS- WONDERFUL for those interested in the medical field!
ThreeSixty Summer Journalism Camps
The Loft Literary Center Young Writer Programs
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Tips & Tricks
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If you are struggling to keep up with your classes, the following resources may help:
Math: Khan Academy: has a library of more than 3,000 math, science, history lesson delivered in easy-to-understand videos. Flex Math: Math lessons in video format. Under the "subject" tab, you can select algebra, geometry, or calculus, depending on your math level. English/Language Arts: The Writing Process: A compilation of videos that will help guide you through your writing process. Use this if you need help brainstorming, outlining, and starting your essay. Essay Writing Guide: This guide have everything you need for different types of essay you will be expected to write, analytical, argumentative, persuasive, etc...It will help you get started on them at least. Quetext: You can Copy & Paste your essay here to see how much material on your essay have been written by someone else. In other words, check for plagiarism. Sparknotes: Use this as a GUIDE for your readings, not a REPLACEMENT! Social Studies: Crash Course: A go-to for brief and detailed explanation of any social studies topic you're confused about. Quizlet: You can utilized already-made flashcards or make your own to study for vocabulary you need to know. Anytime, anywhere! Science: Khan Academy: has a library of more than 3,000 math, science, history lesson delivered in easy-to-understand videos. |
Getting Organized:
Planner- keep a planner to keep track of the things you will need to do in a day. You are probably already doing this. There are also alternatives:
YOUR COACH- don't be afraid to reach out to your coach for help with reading essays, finding more job opportunities, and many more. They are there for you for a reason. |