Student Success Statement

"your future is created by what you do today; not tomorrow"

-Robert Kiyosaki

student success statement

NEVER

"there is no justification ever for choosing any part of what you know to be evil."

Ayn Rand

Reading

5 tips for success

Tip 5

Tip 5: Keep a list of questions

When you feel confused about something you’re reading, write down any questions you have. Sometimes your questions are answered as you read further. If not, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Remember, teachers create assignments; they’ve read the texts and are familiar with them. When you have specific questions, your teachers can provide answers that will help you better understand the material. Learning is rooted in questions developed and asked by the learner.

Asking questions to yourself, to the teachers, and to others, is a great learning method. When you cease to ask questions, you cease to exist to a great extent. Read actively by silently asking questions while you read. Questioning immerses you into the material you are reading and therefore will expand your mental capacities more than anything else.

The philosopher sir Francis bacon said, “Knowledge is power.” Improving your reading comprehension is the key to gaining important knowledge and making the most of your education. So pick up a book … and a pen.

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Reading

5 tips for success

Tips 3-4

Tip 3: DO Research

Literary critics have vast numbers of analytical and critical pieces on countless books. If you’re having trouble understanding a particular text, do some research and see what knowledgeable sources have to say about it.in addition to increasing your comprehension, you’ll also be showing initiative, something teachers always like to see. Always use legitimate and scholarly sources, not condensed study guides. Going the extra mile in your research elevates your achievement 10-fold.

Tip 4: use a dictionary

Make sure you have access to a dictionary when you’re reading. You can often figure out the meaning of an unfamiliar word by using context clues, but sometimes you can’t. Rather than simply skipping over the words you don’t know, take the time to look them up. The results are well worth the effort. Your comprehension will increase greatly, and you’ll build your vocabulary at the same time.

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Reading

5 tips for success

Reading and writing go hand and hand. The better you understand a text, the more likely you are to successfully communicate your thoughts about it in writing. So it’s important to develop strong skills in both areas. With that in mind, here’s how to prove your reading comprehension.

Tips 1-2

Tip 1: Annotate

Be an active reader. Instead of passively reading a text, take notes about important story elements, key factual information and significant ideas in the text.

Tip 2: Note the Authors writing style

Every author writes with a purpose, using deliberate methods to successfully relate specific information to the audience. When you’re reading, look for patterns in the author’s writing. For example, a repetition of key words, phrases or symbols or the use of a distinct type of question structure. Authors employ these writing strategies to help readers comprehend a central argument or theme, so be sure to explore how these techniques create meaning.

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student success statement

the three don'ts

don't whine

don't complain

don't make excuses

-John Wooden

5 tips for staying motivated

5 tips for staying motivated

Tips 3-5

3. Set attainable goals

If you’re having trouble writing a 25-page paper for class because it seems like such a big job, don’t focus on that final number. Break the paper down and consider each section of your paper individually. You can handle any project in small chunks.

4. Find a social support network

Create a group of people around you who want to help you succeed. Mentors can be teachers or family friends who can give you guidance and help you develop new skills. Counselors can help you with planning your courses and starting to explore colleges. You can also reach out to friends and peers who can motivate you by listening and sharing ideas.

5. Acknowledge your accomplishments

Give yourself a quick reward when you complete a assignment or task. Take a walk, send an email, get a snack. Then move on to the next project,

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Student Success Statement

"The Three Nevers"

Never lie

Never cheat

Never steal

-John wooden

5 tips to staying motivated

Tip 1-2

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To succeed in high school and college, you have to do your best at all times. But sometimes its hard tom stay motivated, even when you really care about the work you’re doing. Here are five ways to stay on the right track.

1.     Focus on high impact activities

The key to succeed in school is staying focused on your course work. Make a list to get an overall picture of your workload before you start to tackle any of it. Then, make a plan. Although it’s tempting to do the simplest assignments first, those that take more time and effort  to accomplish are probably the ones that you’ll learn the most from.

To determine what your priorities are, rank your assignments in the order of their importance. Then rearrange your time and devote more energy toward those that have the greatest impact on your course work and grades. For example, even though all homework assignments are important, studying for a midterm exam takes priority over writing a paragraph for English class. As you complete each task, think of it as another step on your way to college success.

2.     Create new challenges

Changing your approach can help you stay interested in what you’re doing. If you’ve been given an assignment similar to one you’ve done in the past, think about it in a different way. If you wrote an essay for a creative writing assignment last year, try a poem this time. For book reports, pick a history book instead of another biography.

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student success statement 

"you have only always to do what is right. it will become easier by practice, and you enjoy in the midst of your trials the pleasure of an approving conscience." 

-Robert E. Lee

this is saying that if you do what is right you will get use to it because of all the practice you've done so then you gonna feel good about yourself and what you did.

Take control of homework

Take control of homework

So it doesn't control you

Part 3

Take advantage of any free time

If you have a study period or a long bus ride, use the time to review notes, prepare for upcoming class or start your homework. Flash cards are a great learning tool. they are easy to make, easy to handle, and are a marvelous tool to help you learn and remember anything. Punch a hole in the upper left of each index card and connect your stack of flashcards with a ring. Then the cards are bound and not flopping around. Flash cards bound like this act like a small book with pages. You can even separate ringed stacks for each subject. WHATEVER YOU WANT TO REMEMBER, BUT IN A CARD.

Study with a friend

Get together with friends and classmates to quiz each other, compare notes and predict tests questions. Consider joining a study group.

Communicate

If you have concerns about the amount of type of homework you have, you may want to talk to your family, teachers or counselor. They can help you understand how much time you need to allot for homework and how to manage your tasks.

Celebrate your achievements

Reward yourself for hitting milestones or doing something well.

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Distance education: is virtual classroom for you?

Part 3

Challenging aspects of distance education

·         Lack of in-person interaction: some educators argue both teacher-student and student-student contact are essential to learning. In a distance-learning classroom, you may be able to participate in class discussions online in chat rooms, message boards or web conferences ---- but it’s not the same as being with other students in a classroom.

·         Different levels of quality: many distance-education programs supply an excellent learning experience, but others may not. Research any program before signing on to make sure its rigorous enough. If you are choosing your own program, look into its accreditation before enrolling.

·         The need to self-start: distance education lets you make your own schedules. If you have a hard time getting motivated, this might not be ideal educational setting for you

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Distant education: is a virtual classroom for you?

Part 1

You may want to take a class that your high school doesn’t offer. Under some circumstances, you can still enroll in the class – through distance learning.

Distance learning means taking a class without being physically present where it is being taught. Internet based technology lets students participate in lectures and class sessions online from almost anywhere.

Some high schools agree to recognize distance-learning credits when they don’t have the resources to offer a course themselves. Distance education is often used to increase options in rural areas and for AP® courses.

For you, it might mean doing self-tutorial at home in the evening, or participating in a class that is 1,000 miles away, along with other high school students. Check with your school counselor to see what’s available.

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student success statement 

"you must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right."

Rosa Parks

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