Overgrad is most effective when utilized on an ongoing basis. The platform is able to provide students the most accurate snapshot of their progress and ideal next steps when their goals and data are as current as possible. That said, we know that time is the most precious currency in schools. Therefore the manner and frequency of how students use Overgrad varies from school to school based on their schedule, program, and goals. 


In general, we recommend that, at a minimum, students log-on at least 1-2 times a year to input their most recent course grades, test score results, and post-secondary goals. Utilizing the platform more often is suggested and beneficial, but not necessary. Additionally, given the web-based nature of the platform, many students access their accounts outside of the school building.  


Below you'll find a sample "scope and sequence" for 9-12 grade, including minimum use recommendations, along with examples of best practice use. Many of the best practices involve features available to Overgrad Pro customers. Please connect with an Overgrad rep if you are interested in learning more. 


9th Grade

Minimum Recommended Use

  • Create a profile, including ethnicity
  • Enter current courses
  • Enter GPA when grades are posted

Best Practices

  • When creating profile, invite parent/guardian
  • Use GPA calculator to set GPA goals at regular intervals (each semester/trimester/quarter)
  • Use the course planner to prepare for course registration, if applicable
  • Begin using search functions for colleges and/or careers, start following what's familiar or interesting
  • Track extracurricular activities in a document and upload to document locker


10th Grade

Minimum Use

Best Practices

  • Use GPA calculator to set GPA goals at regular intervals (each semester/trimester/quarter)
  • Use the course planner to prepare for course registration, if applicable
  • Use career interest survey results to guide career searches; follow 5-10 careers
  • Use career interest survey results to guide college searches using major and area of study filters; follow 10-20 colleges 
  • Update extracurricular activities document saved in document locker

11th Grade

Minimum Use

  • Enter current courses
  • Enter GPA when grades are posted
  • Update test scores, if applicable
  • Narrow down colleges following; consider ranking colleges to help with this process

Best Practices


12th Grade

Minimum Use

Best Practices