Complete an on-line SODIAG Declaration of Intent form.

• Eligibility 
• On-line registration 
• Registration form request via U.S. Mail, e-mail or facsimile 

Work with your school guidance counselor and/or your geography teacher to integrate SODIAG into your high school program.

• Guidance Counselor 
• Teacher 
• Parent

Select a performance package or design a project.

• Project ideas 
• Model projects 
• Student Scholars work samples

Identify and consult with a local mentor and connect with other SODIAG students.

• What is a mentor? 
• Recommended mentors 
• Sample mentor contact letter 
• Join the SODIAG Listserv and "chat" with other SODIAG students 

Study for the SODIAG comprehensive exam (administered every November).

Finalize your SODIAG project.

• Self assessment 

Send your finalized SODIAG project to the Center for Assessment in Geography (April 15th Deadline).

• Online submission 
• U.S. Mail/UPS 

Receive the Scholar of Distinction in Applied Geography Award from the Minnesota Department of Children, Families & Learning.

• Public Schools 
• Private Schools 
• Home Schools