Requirements

1. 1

   1. Academic Momentum

   Building Strong Grades

   Choose 1

   Do ONE of the following:

   1. a

      Keeping a B Average

      Show that you have had an average grade of B or higher (80 percent or higher) for one term or semester.
   2. b

      Showing Improvement

      Show that for one term or semester you have improved your school grades over the previous period.
2. 2

   2. Learning Beyond the Classroom

   Choose Two Learning Tools

   Choose 2

   Do TWO of the following:

   1. a

      Learn From Local Places

      Make a list of educational places located where you live (other than schools). Visit one, and report on how you used the place for self-education.
   2. b

      Interview Working Adults

      With your counselor’s and your parent or guardian’s approval, interview two professionals (other than teachers or other professionals at your school) with established careers. Find out where they were educated, what training they received, and how their education and training have helped prepare them for the career they have chosen. Find out how they continue to educate themselves. Discuss what you find out with your counselor.
   3. c

      Use a Planner Well

      Using a daily planner, show your counselor how you keep track of assignments and activities, and discuss how you manage your time.
   4. d

      Compare Research Methods

      Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the different methods of research available to you for school assignments, such as the library, books and periodicals, and the internet.
3. 3

   3. Character Counts

   Character, Leadership, and Service

   Get a note from the principal of your school (or another school official named by the principal) that states that during the past year your behavior, leadership, and service have been satisfactory. Note: If you are home-schooled or your school environment does not include a principal, you may obtain a note from a counterpart such as your parent or guardian.
4. 4

   4. Teamwork at School

   Teamwork Through Participation

   Choose 1

   Do ONE of the following:

   1. a

      Join an Activity

      Show that you have taken part in an extracurricular school activity, and discuss with your counselor the benefits of participation and what you learned about the importance of teamwork.
   2. b

      Contribute to a Team Project

      Discuss your participation in a school project during the past semester where you were a part of a team. Tell about the positive contributions you made to the team and the project.
5. 5

   5. Writing About Your Future

   Write About Your Future

   Choose 1

   Do ONE of the following:

   1. a

      Your Education Story

      Write a report of 250 to 300 words about how the education you receive in school will be of value to you in the future and how you will continue to educate yourself in the future.
   2. b

      Careers and Classes

      Write a report of 250 to 300 words about two careers that interest you and how specific classes and good scholarship in general will help you achieve your career goals.