I need help making a decision about my highschool. I'm going to be a senior this year, and....

Question

I need a serious opinion.

Now, I'm going to graduate with a Honor's diploma.

I only need my AP english class and AP government to get it.

I have an opportunity at my school called the ICE program. What this is is that I go to highschool for 3 periods, and then I go to work at a job.

This job is supposed to be something around what I would like to do AFTER I get out of school. In my case, it will be graphic design, so anything artistic is what I will look for with my job.

It's designed to give you a hands-on experience at what you'll be doing.

I am a bit afraid though. Whether I choose to do the ICE program or not I will still get my Honors diploma. If I don't do that ICE program, I will fill in my schedule with classes like study hall and psychology or something.

Will colleges like me getting that hands on experience ALONG with two AP classes and my honors diploma, or will they prefer I just do a regular senior year with random classes with the 2 AP classes?

My guidance counseler said it was a little risky, but they didn't know because I will be the first to do the ICE program and still get the honors diploma.

Ugh. I'm at a loss.

Suggestions?

Answer 1

The only thing I am questioning is why are you taking AP English and AP government if you are going into graphic design

Answer 2

I would say go ahead and do the ICE pro gramme. Because collages are looking to see what u have been doing beyond the regular classes ppl have been taking. Of course it would beneficial for u to do so. universities and colleges are looking for good grades in respectable classes so i think u should go and do the ICE prog.!

Answer 3

If you're still getting the honors diploma, then just go for it.  Colleges will be impressed that you were able to do both.

Answer 4

I think you should do the ICE program. It may be risky, but it will pay off. When colleges see that you are able to manage your classes and your job, they will be impressed.