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

What she is saying is that if you keep yourself from doing what is wrong that you will do the right knows matter what because you are the disciplining yourself not anyone else just you. So if you are going to do something bad like shop lifting, discipline yourself and don’t let it happen. So remember discipline yourself in doing only the right.

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 test, 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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Student success statement

“What you are will show in what you do.”

Thomas Edison

What Thomas Edison is saying is that if you are doing something you are not supposed to, that shows what kind of person you are. If you do something nice that is that kind of person you are. So remember always choose the right and that will show what kind of person you are.

Balancing high school and part time work

Part 2

Voicing your goals to someone else can help you make decisions and figure out your priorities. It can also help you judge whether you can do both work and study successfully. To help answer this question, ask yourself:

·       Am I an organized person?

·       What kind of study habits do I have?

·       Do I make good use of my available time?

·       Will I be able to manage my schedule effectively if I take on a part time job?

Think about the pros and cons of working. On the plus side, a job can teach you about commitment, time management and responsibility and, of course, handling money. On the minus side, a job cut into time you have for sleeping, studying and socializing.

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Summary

A poor girl was locked up in a bathroom for six years. The only time the girl actually got out was when she went to school. Her grandparents where the ones who put her in there. The grandparents got put in jail for kidnapping and since feb.4-jan.27. She was only in her elementary aged little girl. That is sad that they kept her locked up for 6 years in the bathroom. So the grand parents are in jail and I don’t know what happened to the little girl.

Balancing high school and part time work

Part 1

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. Its important to get as much information as possible, so you can figure out what choices 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

“If it’s not right, do not do it; if it’s not true, do not say it”

Marcus Aurelius

What Marcus is saying is that if you are going to say something that might make people laugh or make and interesting story make sure it’s real, don’t lie. Also if it is wrong don’t does it only do something if it is right because if you do the wrong you are going to wind up in trouble. So remember choose the right or don’t do it at all

Selecting your courses

Part 6

Success in AP also helps you in other ways. AP helps you stand out in the admission process and offers the opportunity to learn from some of the inspiring teachers in the world. Learn more about 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 progress in school, set up a meeting with your school counselor, teacher or advisor. There are many resources to help you with the 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 you goals.

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Student success statement

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

Theodore Roosevelt

What he is saying is that there is always a lot of decisions but remember to always choose the right one if you choose the right one you will make a good decision. Remember if you choose the wrong decision it will either hurt you in the future or you will regret it. For example let’s say there is a cookie and a carrot, the healthy choice is the carrot but someone will choose the cookie and that is choosing the wrong. For smart and healthy people they will choose the carrot. So remember always choose the right decision

Selecting your courses

Part 5

The arts

Research indicates that students who participate in the arts often do better in school and on standard 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 look within their own repertoire of talents and identify their artistic abilities and take college classes to develop their talents.

Advanced placement program

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 honor 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-fulfilling and job satisfaction. Don’t take short cuts 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

“To know what is right and not do it is the worst cowardice”

Confucius

What he is saying is that if you know you can do it and you’ve done it before don’t back down just because of something. Do what you want to do and do it right and always the right never say you can’t or you’re a coward. For example let’s say you want to join cheerleading and you’re a guy, don’t be a coward and back down do what you want don’t let other people get in your way. So remember always do what you want to but as long as your choosing the right.

Selecting you courses

Part 4

Social studies

You can better understand local and world events that are happening now by studying the culture and history that has shaped them. Here is a suggested course 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 college you’re willing to stretch beyond the basics. Many colleges require at least two years of study in the foreign language, and some prefer more.

Learning a foreign language can be a challenge but is exciting. Repetition is the key to learning a language, and having conversations 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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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

What she is saying is that don’t be afraid to tell your friends family or anybody no. also have the courage in saying the truth for example if someone did something they weren’t supposed to you tell an adult don’t just let that person get away with it. Do the right thing when you need to, don’t do something you don’t need to or you will be in trouble. So always remember choose the right.

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 3 years of laboratory science classes. A good combination includes 2 semesters of each of the following:

·       Biology

·       Chemistry or physics

·       Earth/ space science

More competitive schools expect you to take four years of lab science courses. You can add 2 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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Summary

Well a man returns money to sears in Seattle after he stole the money 60 years ago. He felt so guilty that he got $100.00 and he put it in an envelope saying “late forty I stole some money from the cash register in the amount of $20-$30 I want to pay you back” and so forth. He sent all that to the sears manager. So that is what happened between the manager and the man.

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 4 year or 2 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 exams 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 1

·       Algebra 2

·       Geometry

·       Trigonometry

·       Calculus

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Tis the set of the sail

Ella Wheeler Wilcox 1916

But to every mind there openeth,

A way, and a way, and away.

A high soul to gropes the low,

The rest drifts to and fro

But to every man there openeth,

A high way and 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 sail

And not the gale,

That tells the way we go.

Like the wind of the sea

Are the waves of time,

As we journey along through life,

Tis the set of the soul,

That determined the goal,

And not the calm or the strife.

 

Selecting your Courses

Part 1

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 basic and then move on to advance courses. Challenging yourself is part of what makes school fun; but you need a firm grasp of the fundamental 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.”

-Tomas Carlyle

Reflection: I think this quote means that if you don’t have anything to take you down the path you need to go then you are just going nowhere. You have to find a goal and figure out “how am I going to get there.” So remember always know where you are going or you will be lost.

 

The power of study groups

Part4

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 individual 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 your best and to achieve on a high level, one who pushes you to try a little harder and be a little better. If someone pulls you down the wrong trails of life, then those people are not friends, (they are actually you’re 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 studying groups

Part 3

Guidelines for getting a group together

Here are some guide lines for creating and running a study group: how many? Create a group of four to six people. In a large group, it’s easy for someone to get left out and smaller groups can 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 concept and someone who doesn’t understand it as well, to whom you can explain the material. Where? Hold study group sessions in a place that if free of distraction and that has room to spread out books and notes. How long? Meet for no more than 2 to 3 hours at a time. Having a time limit helps the group focus. If you know you only have an hour, you’re more than 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 ensure that everyone attends.

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The power of studying groups

Part2

The benefits of study groups

Group study offers other advantages in addition to gaining a deeper understanding of class materials. 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 being different strengths, such as organizational skills, the ability to stick to a task or a capacity for memorization.

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

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

Arnold Glasgow

What Arnold is saying is that if you don’t know where your goal is than there is no point to your life. You have to find a goal and do it and once you are done with that goal then you find a new one don’t just stop there. But remember always have a goal, always have a thing to do never stay there and wait do something make yourself stick out of the crowd and be unique. If you want a job and that is your goals don’t let anyone stop you, you make yourself the best one of all and you will get the job.

The power of studying groups

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 other’s and in the process, you most likely learn more than you would have studying by yourself.

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Walk the talk

The way I will walk the talk is by doing what I want to. It showed me to have the courage to do what I want to or the courage to do what I can. Also to have the pride and do it, have the pride to do it and not let anyone bring me down. That is what I learned from this video. So that is how I will walk the talk.

 

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

Albert A. Montapert

What he is trying to say is that whatever you did good or bad there will always be a consequence. If you do something bad you will face the bad consequences. If you did something good you will face the good consequence.  So remember always choose the right for you can have good consequences

How to take on college studying part3

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; ask questions in class about anything that is unclear.

·       Take notes instead of highlighting this makes you think through and rephrase the key point.

·       Create a summary sheet of what you learned from each assignment you read

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