{"id":43866,"date":"2025-01-31T11:54:35","date_gmt":"2025-01-31T16:54:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.xello.world\/?p=43866"},"modified":"2025-05-15T00:49:29","modified_gmt":"2025-05-15T05:49:29","slug":"course-selection-how-to-stand-out-academically-in-high-school-webinar-recap","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.xello.world\/en\/resources\/blog-posts\/course-selection-how-to-stand-out-academically-in-high-school-webinar-recap\/","title":{"rendered":"Course selection: How to stand out academically in high school [webinar recap]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school can be hard enough to navigate without the stress of course selection. Considering interests, abilities, and college majors \u2013 along with what classes friends are taking \u2013 can make any teenager\u2019s head spin. That\u2019s why Xello teamed up with <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/collegewise.com\/?utm_source=partnership_xello&amp;utm_medium=partnership&amp;utm_campaign=2025-01-15_blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Collegewise<\/a> in a recent webinar to discuss course selections, tips, and tricks to best prepare for applications and admissions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The webinar featured <\/span><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ian-parker-ed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Ian Parker<\/b><\/a><b>, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a Former Master Tutor at The Princeton Review &amp; Collegewise Counselor. Throughout his career as an educator and tutor, Ian has found that there is no \u201cone-size-fits-all\u201d approach to college. As a Master Tutor at The Princeton Review and instructor with the Fullerton and Long Beach school districts, he has discussed with families the value of conducting comprehensive analysis and collecting data to assess each student\u2019s needs, goals, and interests when making academic decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/xello.wistia.com\/medias\/tmyacxaj5t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch the webinar here<\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>Key takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><b>1. High school course selection tells a student\u2019s story<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High school course selections carry more weight than you think.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While many students focus on their GPA or awards, course selection helps college admissions officers understand who the student is and who they want to be. Ian Parker explains that this concept is a part of the holistic admission process, or when admissions looks at the entire student to see how they\u2019ll fit into their college community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More selective colleges have an opportunity to identify a student\u2019s story by analyzing their course selection and their performance within those classes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parker explains that admissions do so by looking at a transcript and asking:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can the student take \u2013 and pass \u2013 the classes required for their major or specific school?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the student comfortable (and do they enjoy) taking on challenges?\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is the student curious about the world around them and themselves?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He also points out that beyond core courses, electives help tell a student\u2019s story and are an opportunity to explore interests and tell their unique story. He states, &#8220;So much of selective admissions is, \u2018Are you an interesting human being?\u2019 And yes, you can totally double down on really tough, really academic courses within five core subjects. But I want students to be thinking about all the other kids at their high school who are doing the exact same thing.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Graduation requirements aren\u2019t the same as college application requirements<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to course selection, students and educators focus on meeting graduation requirements, but oftentimes, those minimum requirements aren\u2019t enough to get into college.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where research of potential colleges and majors is key. Parker suggests that students create an ideal four-year college plan, then keep track of both graduation and potential college application requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many students he works with get the \u201ccheck-the-box\u201d courses out of the way, such as Health or Art, if they\u2019re not looking to pursue those careers in the future. That way, students can embed their schedule with courses they\u2019re interested in or ones that are needed for their intended majors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because there\u2019s a lot of information out there, Parker gives a \u201ccrash course\u201d on what students should consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Math: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parker says that \u201cmost colleges would like a minimum of three years of math. More selective colleges though will additionally be looking for things like pre-calculus to get ready for a college-level calc class.&#8221; He also notes that these math concepts are often found on the ACT and SAT, which will help studied students achieve higher scores (and therefore increase their holistic application).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Science:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Most states require two years, but Parker encourages taking a third. Specifically, he notes that beyond Biology and Chemistry, Physics is important for students interested in Science, Engineering, or Computer Science college majors. He suggests students ask themselves, \u201cIs science going to be a part of my future? And if so, how should I prepare for that science?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>English:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Parker admits that high school students give English the least amount of thought, but that shouldn\u2019t be the case. He believes communication and writing skills are incredibly important, even for non-English majors, since many professions require you to collaborate and communicate with others. He also reminds listeners that strong writing skills are essential when writing a college essay and helps students better communicate their values and plans after high school.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>World Languages: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parker says that \u201cpeople tend to cruise right past language as fast as possible \u2013 and sometimes, that\u2019s okay.\u201d That\u2019s because some colleges don\u2019t have any language requirements, while others may require four years in high school. He suggests that high school students consider whether they want to continue communicating in more than one language post-graduation, especially if they\u2019re interested in jobs where it\u2019s needed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another tip he gives is to become a regular in the school counselor office. Because counselors are a wealth of information, and also have numerous resources and college contacts, they\u2019re\u00a0 great advisors for course selections and what college admissions recommend. Simply put, Parker says, \u201cYour school counselor should be your best friend.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Never forget that what you enjoy doing matters<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoyment in a subject can lead to better performance, and it\u2019s therefore important for students to consider personal interests when choosing courses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parker advises students to embrace their individuality and not get tied up in having it all figured out. He explains: &#8220;So much of my job involves getting students to see the possibilities that are inherent within their choices and not just the negativity. There is no one right path through high school. I guarantee there is not.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He also points out that there isn\u2019t a perfect path in college, especially since <\/span><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/nces.ed.gov\/pubs2018\/2018434\/index.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30% of students<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> change their major at least once. Why? Because, Parker explains, \u201cThey\u2019re not considering their interests, they&#8217;re not considering their passions, and they&#8217;re not considering what makes them happy.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, that happiness is also about workload and balance. Parker reminds students that when they feel spread thin or bogged down by a class, joy in other areas of their life may diminish. That\u2019s why he suggests students ask themselves how much they can handle when scheduling classes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He says, \u201cIt\u2019s okay to want to take extra AP courses, but one important question is that if you take this course, will you be able to succeed without ignoring other courses and hobbies that make you happy?\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Xello helps<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/help.xello.world\/en-us\/content\/Training\/Xello-6-12\/Rec_Students-Plan-Courses.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xello\u2019s course planning tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> let educators, parents and students work together to provide every student with a clear roadmap to graduation and their post-secondary pathway.\u00a0 For the 2025\/2026 school year, Xello Course Planner will be expanding from four years (grade 8-12) to six years (grade 6-12) to better support students. Upcoming updates will also empower educators with streamlined processes and ability to provide a better course planning experience to students.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.xello.world\/en\/college-planning\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Xello&#8217;s college planning tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> guide students through every step of their future-readiness journey \u2014 from discovery to application, financial planning, and beyond.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Xello, students can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand which majors best suit their interests\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Determine best-fit colleges according to location, size, majors, and more<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send, track, and manage college and financial aid applications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find grants, work-studies, and loans to support financial planning<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And because school counselors, students, and families all have access to Xello resources and features, the college planning process becomes a collaborative journey where students feel supported every step of the way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interested in learning more? <\/span><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.xello.world\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact one of our Education Specialists<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to see Xello Course Planner in action.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>High school can be hard enough to navigate without the stress of course selection. Considering interests, abilities, and college majors \u2013 along with what classes friends are taking \u2013 can make any teenager\u2019s head spin. That\u2019s why Xello teamed up with Collegewise in a recent webinar to discuss course selections, tips, and tricks to best &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.xello.world\/en\/resources\/blog-posts\/course-selection-how-to-stand-out-academically-in-high-school-webinar-recap\/\">Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":43846,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[42,74],"tags":[93],"class_list":["post-43866","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog-posts","category-college-planning","tag-blog-posts"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Course selection: How to stand out academically in high school [webinar recap] | Xello<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Course selection: How to stand out academically in high school [webinar recap] | Xello\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"High school can be hard enough to navigate without the stress of course selection. 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