Description of tip for starting the college search:
Encourage your child to sit down and prepare a student resume to bring on college visits and interviews. This resume will also become part of their college applications and financial aid applications. Use a standard resume format, with your child? complete name, address, and telephone number at the top of the resume. The expected date of graduation, and name and location of high school should also be included.

Next, list school-related activities, honors and awards (grouped by grade) followed by community-related activities, volunteer work, and employment history. Include any leadership positions such as team captain or class officer. If your child has specialized in one or more extra-curricula activities such as sports or theater, consider devoting a section of the resume to this activity.

Remember to include participation in non-school activities in this section if applicable. Other categories to consider include travel experience, summer activities, and other achievements.

Keep this resume up-to-date as your child? high school experience continues.

Other comments or suggestions:
Encourage your child to sit down and prepare a student resume to bring on college visits and interviews. This resume will also become part of their college applications and financial aid applications. Use a standard resume format, with your child? complete name, address, and telephone number at the top of the resume. The expected date of graduation, and name and location of high school should also be included.

Next, list school-related activities, honors and awards (grouped by grade) followed by community-related activities, volunteer work, and employment history. Include any leadership positions such as team captain or class officer. If your child has specialized in one or more extra-curricula activities such as sports or theater, consider devoting a section of the resume to this activity.

Remember to include participation in non-school activities in this section if applicable. Other categories to consider include travel experience, summer activities, and other achievements.

Keep this resume up-to-date as your child? high school experience continues.