LaunchPoint Free Resources
You do not need another giant college checklist. You need help with the question in front of you.
Start with the bigger picture or jump straight to the resource that matches what your family is trying to figure out right now.
Explore Free ResourcesBuilt from real questions
Created by experienced educators
These resources come from the questions families bring to us throughout the college-planning process.
One problem at a time
Focused on one clear next step
Useful guidance without handing your family another overwhelming list of things to do.
No filler
Thoughtful, specific, and free
Practical resources designed to help you make the next decision with more clarity.
Not sure where to start?
The LaunchPoint College Planning Timeline
What should actually be happening this month?
See the important dates, grade-specific priorities, and next steps that matter from freshman year through senior spring. We also tell you what can wait, so college planning does not become one long list of things you think you should already be doing.
View the College Planning TimelinePlanning for high school?
Have an 8th grader in St. Johns County?
See our 2027 St. Johns County Academy Nights & Programs of Interest Guide for key dates, Programs of Interest deadlines, out-of-zone rules, planning questions, and access to our free Before You Choose workbook for Class of 2031 families.
View the 2027 Academy GuideNeed help with something specific?
Choose the resource that matches the question.
Explore the LaunchPoint Guide Library below and start with the problem your family is trying to solve right now.
Starting High School
Resources for families building the foundation before college planning gets more complicated.
Junior Year Planning
Resources for families turning junior year into a clear plan for testing, college research, recommendations and senior-year applications.
Applying to College
Resources for students actively working on the Common App, activities, essays and the overall application story.
Florida-Specific Planning
Resources for understanding Florida GPA calculations, Bright Futures and the state-specific pieces families need to keep on their radar.
Transfer Planning
Resources for students considering a college transfer and trying to understand options, credits and next steps.
Senior Year & After You Submit
Resources for managing deadlines, staying organized, tracking portals and handling what comes next after applications are submitted.