Open listings arranged by deadline month for the next 12 months, with one thing to do each month.
Each month lists open opportunities whose deadline falls in that month and whose own text does not exclude your grade. Listings that name no grade are open to everyone, so they appear for every grade. The short line under each month is general planning advice, not a deadline.
Grade fit is read from each listing’s own wording (for example "juniors and seniors"). A listing with no grade mention is shown to all grades. Always confirm eligibility and the exact deadline on the official page.
This month: Meet your counselor; ask about PSAT practice next year.
This month: Look at free programs that accept ninth graders.
This month: Save opportunities you like; many repeat every year.
This month: Set one goal for spring; list clubs you want to try.
This month: Ask a teacher about summer programs that take freshmen.
This month: Check summer camp deadlines; many close in spring.
This month: Pick next year’s courses with your counselor.
This month: Finish strong; ninth-grade grades count on your transcript.
This month: Try a free summer program, job, or volunteer role.
This month: Start a simple list of activities and hours.
This month: Join one or two clubs and show up consistently.
This month: Explore clubs; note which programs want a transcript.