What YOU can do – Students:

Get involved in Graduation Matters Montana.

1. TAKE THE PLEDGE TO GRADUATE AND ENCOURAGE OTHERS TO JOIN YOU

2. STAY ON THE RIGHT TRACK:

  • Know the graduation requirements for your school as well as the requirements for college or career training.
  • Do your homework, study hard, and don’t miss school.

3. GET INVOLVED:

  • Participate in extracurricular activities at school or through a youth organization in your community.
  • Volunteer, get an internship or find a part-time job that gives you skills that will benefit you in the workplace or college.
  • Participate in the I Pledge to Graduate campaign at your school or start one if your school doesn’t have one.
  • Join a Career and Technical Student Organization.

4. PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE:

  • Challenge yourself academically and plan out your future.
  • Talk to your school counselor and family about your goals and college or career training.
  • Find a mentor who can help you plan for your future.
  • Take advantage of college preparation and career readiness resources and opportunities.
  • Create a Big Sky Pathway

5. MAKE A DIFFERENCE:

  • Support your peers to make healthy and safe choices.
  • Participate in service learning.
  • Consider tutoring or mentoring a peer or younger student.
  • Be kind and treat others with respect.
  • Take on a leadership role.