Right now, college probably seems a million miles away. But really, middle school is the best time to start making plans for what happens after high school. The sooner you start thinking about what you’re interested in doing, the easier your choices will be later on.

Click on the links below to learn everything you need to know about getting ready for careers and college:

Step Up and Get Ready for High School

Learn how the Board of Education (BOE) Step Up Diploma will help you succeed after high school.

Talk to Your Parents, Teachers, Counselors

Talk to your parents, school counselors, teachers and other adults about your plans after high school and allow them to help you.

Sign a Pledge Form for Project Step Up

If you are in the class of 2014 and attending a public high school, commit, with your parents, to earning the Board of Education Step Up Diploma by signing a Step Up pledge form.

Think About College

Think college is not important? Think again.

Explore Your Interests

One of the first steps to thinking about college is to explore your interests.