Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction."

Margaret Thatcher

REFLECTION: This tells us that you should train yourself to always to good and to always keep your head up and never give up. For example monks live a life of choosing the right 24/7. You should always CTR!

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 3

Brad MacGowan, of the Career Center at Newton North High School in Massachusetts, thinks that working can be a valuable part of a student's life, if taken on responsibility. "You can derive a great deal from working, considerably more than just money," he says. "In most cases, you can acquire a nice dose of discipline and a whole new set of skills and experiences."In addition, your supervisor may be willing to write a strong college recommendation for you. School Comes First

Schoolwork, including homework and studying for tests, should always be your top priority. MacGowan cautions students who do decide to work, "If you are rushing through your assignments ... or not studying enough for tests because of work, it's time to cut back or quit and find a less time-consuming job."

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Evil Grandparents

Today we learned about two grandparents who locked a little girl in a restroom for 6 years. The girl was a elementary aged child. They would only let her out to go to school. They hardly gave her food and the conditions were bad. The grandparents got charged with kidnapping, first degree felony and third degree felony child endangering.

REFLECTION: I think these two grandparents are crazy and should be punished severely. They deserve to be locked up 3 times the time they had the little girl locked up. They deserve everything coming to them!

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/45266.html

Like many high school students, you may want -- or need -- to work part time. Working takes a lot of time and energy, though, so before getting a job, make sure that you think about your ability to handle both work and your education.

Important Considerations

You have to weigh a number of factors when deciding whether to take on a part-time job. It's important to get as much information as possible, so you can figure out what choice makes the most sense for you.

Schedule a meeting with your school counselor to discuss the idea of working. Talking to your counselor about why you want to work and what type of position you're seeking.

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not it."

Marcus Aurelius 

Roman Emperor from 161 AD to 180 AD

REFLECTION: This statement addresses that if we are going to do something wrong and we know it we shouldn't do it at all. Another thing is that if we are going to tell a lie don't tell it at all!

Selecting Your Courses

Selecting Your Courses 

Part 6

Success in AP can also help you in other ways. AP helps you stand out in the admission process and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the most inspiring teachers in the world. Learn more about the AP program.

For More Help in Choosing Courses 

Use College Search to look up a specific college's academic requirements to be sure you are on track to attend the college of your choice.

If you have concerns about your class schedule or process in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher or adviser. There are many resources to help you with process, and with achieving your personal, college and career goals. Without goals, you meander all sorts of directions. Goals give you purpose, direction, enthusiasm, and passion for that which you really desire. Define your goals deliberately, evaluate your goals often and make changes as necessary, work hard to achieve  your goals, and continue working hard until you actually do reach your goals.

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Student Success Tips

Student Success Tips

From Edison College

1.Attend New Student Orientation at the beginning of Fall or Spring Semester.

2.Gen 101S, First Year Experience, provides excellent content and resources to be a successful student. It is likely that this class will be part of your first semester.

3. Be sure to attend all classes, and be on time.

4.To reduce distractions, sit near the front of the class.

5.Keep a copy of the syllabus for each class so that you will know what is going on, what you should be doing, and how soon you need to get it done.

6.Be a good listener. Focus and concentrate on main points.

7.Take good notes in class, and review your notes within 24 hours. Then, review your notes periodically to help you retain information. Index cards with key information are also a helpful way to review.

8.Study! To be a successful college student, study at least two hours a week for every hour you spend in class. This is a minimum.

9.Determine an ideal study space, and plan study time when you are at your best to retain information.

10.Maintain a student planner to keep track of important dates and projects.

11.Apply additional time management strategies, including planning, setting goals, and prioritizing schoolwork and your additional responsibilities.

12.Avoid marathon study periods. Instead, study for short intervals with a break in between. For example, study for 30 minutes, take a 3-minute break, come back review, than repeat the process.

13.Get to know other students in your classes for added support and to study together when possible.

14.Participate in class, and ask your instructor questions when needed. Meet with them during office hours for additional support and guidance. 

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement 

"In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing."

Theodore Roosevelt 

REFLECTION: This tells us that every time you get to decide to do bad or good you should always choose right!

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Selecting Your Courses

Selecting Your Courses

Part 5

The Arts

Research indicates that students who participate in the arts often do better in school and on standardized tests. The arts help you recognize patterns, discern differences and similarities, and exercise your mind in unique ways, often outside a traditional classroom setting.

Many colleges require or recommend one or two semesters in the arts. Good choices include studio art, dance, music and drama. Many students have talents and extraordinary abilities and take college classes to develop their talents.

Advanced Placement Program (AP)

To be sure you are ready to take college-level work, enroll in the most challenging courses you can in high school, such as honors or AP courses. Research consistently shows that students who score a 3.0 or higher on an AP Exam typically experience greater academic success and college graduation rates than students who don't take AP.

Work hard in your righteous pursuits, and you will reap the benefits of self-fulfillment and job satisfaction. Don't take shortcuts just to "get-by," instead, take challenging and difficult roads (courses) and reach higher mountain peaks of achievement.

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Selecting Your Courses

Selecting Your Courses

Part 4

Social Studies 

You can better understand a local and world event that are happening now by studying the culture and that has shaped them. Here is a suggested courses plan:

• U.S. history (two semesters)
• U.S. government (one semester)
• World history or geography (one semester)
• One additional semester in the above or other areas

Foreign Languages

Solid foreign language study shows colleges you're willing to stretch beyond the basics. Many colleges require at least at least two years of study in the same foreign language, and some prefer more.

Learning a foreign language can be a challenge but is exciting. Respiration is the key to learning a language, and having conversation with others speaking the same language is the best way to learn this new language. Repetition in a fun way will build your skills thoroughly as you seek to master new languages. 

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3 Magic Keys to Integrity

What are the 3 magic keys to living your life with integrity?

• Respect others including myself
• Be honest
• Treat people the way I want to be treated

I choose these three because they are good for other people as well!

Selecting Your Courses

Selecting Your Courses 

Part 3

Science 

Science teaches you to think analytically and apply theories to reality. Colleges want to see that you've taken at least three years of laboratory science classes. A good combination includes two semesters of each of the following sciences:

• Biology
• Chemistry or physics 
• Earth/space science 

More competitive schools expect you to take four years of lab science courses. You can add two semesters in one of the following subjects:

• Chemistry or physics (the science you didn't already study)
• Advanced biology 
• Advanced chemistry 
• Advanced physics 

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Ella Wheeler Wilcox 1961

Ella Wheeler Wilcox 1961

But to every mind there openeth,

A way, and a way, and away.

A high soul climbs the highway,

And the low soul grapes the low,

And in between on the misty flats,

The rest drift to and fro.

But to every man there openeth,

A high way and a low,

And every mind decideth,

The way his soul shall go.

One ship sails East.

And another West,

By the self-same winds that blow,

'Tis the set of the sails

And not the gales,

That tells the way we go.

Like the winds of the sea

Are the waves of time,

As we journey along through life,

'Tis the set of the soul,

That determines the goal,

 And not the calm or the strife.

Selecting Your Courses

Selecting Your Courses

Recommended Classes for College Success

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/33.html

The academic rigor of your high school courses is an important factor in the college admission process. College admission officers see your high school course schedule as a blueprint of your education. They're looking for solid foundation of learning that you can build on in college.

To create that foundation, take at least five solid academic classes every semester. Start with the basics and then move on to advanced courses. Challenging yourself is part of what makes school fun; but you need a firm grasp of the fundamentals before going on to more advanced work.

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Student Success Statement 

"A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder."

Thomas Carlyle 

REFLECTION: This says that if you don't have goals than you'll just sink like a boat.

The Power of Study Groups

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/50432.html

Part 4

Getting the Most Out of a Session

Here are some tips to help your group get the most out of each study session:

• Decide what you're going to do in advance.
• Prepare for the session, so you can make the most of your time together.
• Take turns teaching, to reinforce your own knowledge.
• Stick to the session topic.

By supplementing your individuals study with a study group, you can reinforce what you've learned, deepen your understanding of complex concepts, and maybe even a few new friends. Remember that a friend is a person who encourages you to do your best and to achieve on a high level, one who pushes you to try a little harder and to be a little better. If someone pulls you down to the wrong trails of life, then those people are not your friends, (they are actually your enemies), and you must avoid them at all cost. Whoever said learning can be? Learning is enjoyable and exciting when you study with others.

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The Power of Study Groups

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/50432.html

Part 3

Guidelines for Getting a Group Together 

Here are some guidelines for creating and running a study group: How many? Create a group of four to six people. In a larger group, it's easy for someone to get left out and smaller groups can too easily get off track.

Who? Pick classmates who seem to share your interest in doing well academically. Look for people who stay alert in class, take notes, ask questions and respond to the teacher's questions. Include someone who understands the material better than you and can explain the concepts and someone who doesn't understand it as well, to whom you can explain the material.

Where? Hold study groups sessions in a place that is free of distractions and that has room to spread out books and notes. How long? Meet for no more than two to three hours at a time. Having a time limit helps the group focus. If you know you only have an hour, you're more likely to stay on task. When? Try to meet regularly, on the same day and time each week. Treating the study session as you would other activities helps you to keep to a schedule and ensures that everyone attends.

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The Power of Study Groups

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/50432.html

Part 2

The Benefits of Study Groups

Group study offers other advantages in addition to gaining a deeper understanding of class material. These include the opportunity to: Reinforce note-taking. If AP Biology notes are unclear, you can ask a member of your study group to help you fill the gaps. Share talents. Each person brings different strengths, such as organization skills, the ability to stick to a task or a capacity for memorization.

Cover more ground. Group members may be able to solve calculus problem together that none would solve alone. Benefit from a support system. Members often have common goals such as good grades. Each person's work affects that of the other members, which results in making members supportive of one another. Socialize. It's more fun to study with others; the give and take makes it more interesting. And because it's more fun you spend more time studying!

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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"In life as in football, you won't go far, unless you know where the goalposts are."

Arnold Glasgow

EXAMPLE: A example of this statement wanting to graduate high school. Our goal is to graduate high school and we won't quit until we do it. If there was no school that goals will be gone!

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/high-school/50432.html

Part 1

Working Together Helps Everyone

You may have noticed that when you're explaining something you've learned to a friend, you begin to understand it better yourself. This happens because, when you explain an idea, you need to think more deeply about it.

The same principle makes study groups useful. Studying with others in a small group is helpful because you:

• Think out loud.
• Share ideas.
• Learn from one another.

In an effective study group, you and other students hash out lesson materials together -- explaining concepts, arguing about them, figuring out why one person's answer differs from another's -- and in the process, you most likely learn more than you would have studying by yourself.

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Walk the Talk

Walk the Talk

SUMMARY: This video tells us the should CHOOSE THE RIGHT. I guides to live a good life with honesty and respect. We need to have integrity and the want/need to succeed. We should never give up like this video tells us and be followers of GOD.

REFLECTION: I think this video is inspiring and we should live the way it tells us to. We should not be afraid to do these things, they will only lead us to success.

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

"Nobody ever did, or ever will, escape the consequences of his choices."

~Albert A. Montapert

REFLECTION: You will never escape consequences because it will always be in you consious!

How to Take on College Studying

How to Take on College Studying

Part 3

Do the Reading

You need to do more than just read the chapters you are assigned -- you're expected to understand them thoroughly. Here are some tips: 

• Don't skim. Read all the material carefully.
• Break up difficult assignments into sections you can digest -- chapters, subsections or even paragraphs.
• Look up any words that you don't understand.
• Pause to think about whether you understand the material: as questions in class about anything that is unclear.
• Take notes instead of highlighting -- this makes you think through and rephrase the key points.
• Create a summary sheet of what you learned from each assignment you read.

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