Vision & Purpose

When members enter high school, questions about the college admission process undoubtedly arise. In recent years, the media have placed greater emphasis on the uncertainty and stresses of the college admission process than ever before.  It is only natural that parents and members are thinking about college early in high school and have questions. We feel that members are best prepared for the college process if they concentrate on learning and their high school education first.  “An Appreciation of the Academic Excellence ” is a component of Men of Vision & Women of Virtue framework of values, and we believe that is a key part of being a successful high school student and therefore a well-prepared college applicant.  Further, it has been our experience that most, members are not ready to think about colleges in an in-depth way any earlier than their junior year, and that to do so sometimes only adds stress and discomfort.  However, we do have some helpful advice relevant to younger members and their parents to assist you in creating a positive and productive high school experience while making good choices and plans about college. Academics It's true, colleges do look at ninth and tenth-grade curricula and grades.  They may not matter as much as grades later in high school, but they do count.  During the first two years of high school make sure that members are taking courses to prepare them for college. Sponsors and advocates make placement recommendations based on a student's past performance and make sure a student at a level that is appropriate.  It makes no sense for a member to attempt courses for which he does not have the requisite background, nor does it make sense for a member to take "easy" courses with the intention of getting high grades.

The best strategy is to cultivate the study habits that will help ensure success.  That means seeking out help from advocates and sponsors when it is needed.  

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