Schools Building a strong prep for late highschool early college.

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To build a strong background in physics and prepare for college, students should focus on advancing their math and science coursework throughout high school. Starting with a solid foundation in geometry and trigonometry, students are encouraged to take precalculus and calculus, aiming for at least one semester of calculus by the end of high school. Engaging in honors classes can further enhance their preparation for college-level coursework. Additionally, excelling in English classes is important for developing communication skills, which are valuable in any field. Students may also consider taking advanced math classes at local colleges if they complete their high school requirements early. Overall, a strong emphasis on both math and science will benefit students in their academic journey.
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Howdy guys. I just got done my freshman year in high school with a 3.85 gpa, I am wondering what would be a good "set" of classes to take as I progress in high school to build a backround in physics, and as a small prep for college. I have been told by others that it is good to get as high as you can in both math and science. As a freshman I took geometry and trig as far as math goes, and in science I took chemistry and a very easy version on physics.
 
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You're doing well. Aim for taking a semester of calculus. At the rate you are doing, you can take another semester or two if you'd like. Whether you want to depends if you'd like to take rigorous versions in college (such as an honour's class). Make sure to do well in your English classes as well. Being able to communicate well becomes very useful later.
 
If you've already taken geometry and trig, you're off to a good start. Precalculus and calculus would be good, as Mmm_Pasta said. You might even be able to take some math classes at a community or local college if you get through all your high school math classes. I had a math major friend who'd gotten through linear algebra before she started college.
 
Hey, I am Andreas from Germany. I am currently 35 years old and I want to relearn math and physics. This is not one of these regular questions when it comes to this matter. So... I am very realistic about it. I know that there are severe contraints when it comes to selfstudy compared to a regular school and/or university (structure, peers, teachers, learning groups, tests, access to papers and so on) . I will never get a job in this field and I will never be taken serious by "real"...
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