By Angela Rutman, TCC Student Support Coordinator
Get ready for a successful school year with this student-centered prep list!
Before School Starts
☐ Apply to the TCC GO Program – TCC GO is a free program created to support students in rural communities across the TCC region, including those in public, charter, boarding, and homeschool settings.
We offer support to help you succeed, including:
- · University courses & required materials
- · Stipend opportunities for participation
- · Internet reimbursement & installation
- · College & academic support
- · Fun activities & cultural engagement
- · Senior Portfolio Project to help you prepare for life after high school
☐ Review your class schedule and transcript – Make sure you’re on track and taking the right classes.
☐ Check in with your school counselor – Ask about graduation requirements, dual credit options, and any questions you have.
☐ Gather school supplies & technology – Make sure you have what you need: backpack, notebooks, charger, working device, etc.
☐ Know your support team – Teachers, tutors, school staff, and your TCC GO student support coordinator are all here to help.
☐ Update your contact information & check your email regularly – It’s so important that we can reach you with updates, deadlines, opportunities, and support. Make sure your phone number and email are current with both your school and TCC GO – and check your email often so you don’t miss out!
☐ Set personal & academic goals – Think about what success looks like this year (grades, attendance, participation).
☐ Get into a routine – Start waking up earlier, limiting screen time at night, and setting goals for the year. A healthy routine helps you stay focused and motivated.
☐ Create a quiet study space at home – A dedicated place to do homework helps build good habits from day one.
About TCC GO (Guiding Our People)
TCC GO is a free program created to support students in rural communities throughout the TCC region.
Students who live in one of the off-the-road-system villages within the TCC region are eligible, regardless of race or background.
Students who live in a community on the road-system (urban) within the TCC region must be enrolled in a federally recognized Tribe to participate.
The program is designed to help you succeed in high school and prepare for life after graduation, whether that means college, career, or something in between.
What makes TCC GO unique is that it’s student-driven — you choose how much you want to get out of it. From taking college classes and exploring future careers to participating in fun and cultural activities, you’re in control of your own journey. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic school year!
TCC GO Website: https://www.tananachiefs.org/services/tcc-go/