Know Exactly What Matters Each Year

Inside this guide, you’ll discover:

What to focus on each year of high school
Most families waste 9th and 10th grade doing random activities. Discover the strategic framework colleges actually look for - and when each piece matters most.

How to build a competitive application without burning out
Colleges look for depth, not randomness. This guide explains that the secret isn't doing more - it's doing the right things with depth. Learn how to choose activities that show genuine impact instead of padding a resume.

What colleges want to see in each grade
From 9th grade exploration, to 10th grade commitment, to the critical strategy of junior year, and the execution-heavy senior year, you’ll know what actions matter when—and why.

Exactly how to navigate testing, essays, and deadlines
Understand when to take the PSAT, SAT, or ACT; how to time college visits; when to draft essays; and how to avoid the biggest application mistakes families make during senior year.