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: I agree with this statement. It is saying that you have to get used to doing what is right and important. Even though it might be difficult, you always have to strive to succeed. For example, my English teacher left me so much homework for spring break. I don’t feel like doing it because it’s too much and I want to enjoy my break but even though it’s going to be difficult I still have to do it because it is important.

Balancing High School and Part-Time Work Part 3

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 responsibly. “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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Summary & Reflection

Summary: A little girl was locked up in the bathroom for six years by her grandparents. The little girl was only able to come out to go to school or when they had visitors or any special occasions.

Reflection: What these people did to this little girl was horrible. They must be crazy locking up a little innocent girl in the bathroom. It is not right to do what they did. They must pay severe consequences for doing such a thing.

Balancing High School and Part-time Work Part 1

Balancing High School and Part-time Work

Part 1

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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 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. Talk 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 say it.”

-      Marcus Aurelius

Roman Emperor from 161 AD to 180 AD

Reflection: I agree with this statement. It is saying that if you feel that something is not right then don’t do it. If you believe something is not true then don’t tell the world about it. You need to do what’s right or else your life will encounter many problems. For example, you know that drugs are dangerous, so don’t do them.

Selecting Your Courses Part 6

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 colleges 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 progress in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher or adviser. There are many resources to help you with this 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 what changes as necessary, work hard tom archive your goals, and continue working hard until you actually reach your goals.

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Students Success Statement

Students Success Statement

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

-         Theodore Roosevelt

Reflection: I extremely agree with this statement. It is saying that people should always choose what’s right. No matter how hard it is to decide, people should always decide to do the right things. People need to make wise decisions. For example, there was a time when I really wanted some chips but I didn’t have money, as I was looking around I noticed that a dollar had fell from a guy’s wallet. I didn’t know what to do, either I got the dollar and bought me some chips or return the dollar to the man. I was indecisive but I knew I had to do the right thing. So I returned the dollar to the man.

Selecting Courses Part 5

Selecting Courses

Part 5

The arts

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

Many colleges require or recommended one or two semester in the arts. Good choices include studio art, dance, music and drama. Many students have talent and extraordinary abilities in the arts. Students should look within their own repertoire of talents and identify their artistic abilities and take college classes to develop their talents.

Advanced Placement Program (AP)

To be sure you are ready to take on 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 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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Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

“Have the courage to say no. Have the courage to face the truth. Do the right thing because it is right. These are the (3) magic keys to living your life with integrity.

-      W. Clement Stone

Reflection: I agree with this statement. People need to know when to say no and when to say yes. People need to admit the truth even though it hurts. People should do the right things because their right not because they want to impress someone else. I always have the courage to say the truth even though there will be consequences. 

Selecting Your Courses Part 3

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 following of the following subjects:

·       Chemistry or physics (the science you didn’t already study)

·       Advanced biology

·       Advanced chemistry

·       Advanced physics

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Selecting Your Courses Part 3

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 following of the following subjects:

·       Chemistry or physics (the science you didn’t already study)

·       Advanced biology

·       Advanced chemistry

·       Advanced physics

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Selecting Your Courses Part 3

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 following of the following subjects:

·       Chemistry or physics (the science you didn’t already study)

·       Advanced biology

·       Advanced chemistry

·       Advanced physics

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Reflection & Summary

Reflection: A man returns stolen cash to Seattle, Washington Sears 60 years later. The man went to the store with an envelope and in the envelope there was $100 dollars and a note. He gave the envelope to the manager of the store.

Summary: This man knew he did something wrong. Therefore decided to return the money to clear his conscience. He was living 60 years of his life with the guilt of stealing. People can’t escape choosing the wrong, it will stay in your soul forever.

Selecting Your Courses Part 2

Selecting Your Courses

Part 2

The following subjects and classes are standard fare for success in high school and beyond, whether you plan to attend a four-year or two-year college.

English (Language Arts)

Take English every year. Traditional courses, such as American and English literature, help you improve your writing skills, reading comprehension and vocabulary.

Math

You need algebra and geometry to succeed on college entrance exam and in college math classes---and in many careers. Take them early on. That way, you’ll be able to enroll in advanced science and math in high school, and show colleges you’re ready for higher-level work.

Most colleges look for students who have taken three years of math in high school. The more competitive ones require or recommend four years. Each school has its own program, but some of the courses typically offered are:

. Algebra I

. Algebra II

. Geometry

. Trigonometry

. Calculus

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Selecting Your Courses Part 1

Selecting Your Courses

Recommended Classes for College Success

Part 1

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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 a 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

Student Success Statement

“A man without a goal is like a ship without a rudder.”

-      Thomas Carlyle

Reflection: I agree with this statement. It is saying that no one will accomplish anything if they don’t have a goal. You need to have a goal so you can reach for it. If you don’t have goals then you won’t have an obstacle to accomplish. For example if your goal is to become an engineer then you will do everything you can and try your best to accomplish your goal. Having goals is what motivates you in life.

The Power of Study Groups Part 4

The Power of Study Groups

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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 session topic.

By supplementing your individual study with a study group, you can reinforce what you’ve learned, deepen your understanding of complex concepts, and maybe even make 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 be a litter better. If someone pulls you down the wrong trails of life, then those people are not friends, (they are actually your enemies), and you must avoid them at all cost. Whoever said learning can’t be fun? Learning is enjoyable and exciting when you study with others.

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The Power of Study Groups Part 2

The Power of Study Groups

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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 your 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 organizational skills, the ability to stick to a task or a capacity for memorization.

Cover more ground. Group members may be able to solve a calculus problem together that none would have solved alone.

Benefit from a support system. Members often have common goals, such as good grades. Each person’s work affects 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

Goals

“In life as in football, you won’t go far, unless you know where the goalposts are.”

-      Arnold Glasgow

Reflection: I agree with this statement. It is saying that you can’t do anything if you don’t set up a goal or direction for yourself. You need to have something that pushes you to succeed. Having goals and directions can encourage you to put more effort in the things you do.

The Power of Study Groups

The Power of Study Groups

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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

Reflection: Actions will always be louder than words. It is always better to act then to just speak. People always say they’re going to do something but never do it. What’s the point of saying something you’re going to do but never do it? Everyone should act first then speak because talk is cheap.

Student Success Statement

Student Success Statement

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

-      Albert A. Montapert

Reflection: I agree with this statement. It is saying that people will have to face their consequences no matter what and can’t escape them. People should think before they act because if they don’t then they will regret their decisions. It always best to choose the right that way you won’t have to worry about consequences. People will never escape from evil, for example if you go to jail, you won’t be able to escape from it.

How to Take on College Studying Part 3

How to Take on College Studying

Part 3

Do the Reading

You need to do more than just read the chapter 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; ask 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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