9th Grade Activity Trial Scorecard

Use these optional reflection scores for activities you are trying. Fit, Depth, Proof, and Sustainability are 0, 1, or 2 each (8 is the top), but totals are not validated keep-or-quit rules. How to reflect and the 30-day test live in how to choose extracurriculars. The 10th-grade log is the sibling tracker. Do not write Common App descriptions here.

Score 2 to 4 trials

Fit: it matches who you are becoming. Depth: you can grow inside it. Proof: you can measure what you did. Sustainability: you can keep it during hard academic weeks.

Keep, Quit, or Start

Keep commitments that matter to you or others and fit a sustainable schedule. Consider reducing an activity when it is no longer worthwhile or workable, while accounting for necessary work, care and access. Start something new only if a genuine interest or need and your time support it. A score, new activity or first-month artifact is not required.

Cores I will keep (1 to 2)

• Core 1:
• Core 2 (optional):
• Optional trial for a new start (adapt the timing and notes to the activity):

• I scored at least two real trials, not titles I might join later
• I considered why each KEEP matters and whether it fits my responsibilities and available time
• I did not keep an activity I cannot explain beyond "for college"

Log hours and outcomes next year on the 10th-grade activity log. For help, explore early planning services.

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