student success statement

student success statement

"discipline yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-steem, and personal satisfaction.
margaret thatcher

reflection:

I think that this statement is trying to say that if we have discipline we know that we will get a certain consequence if we do the wrong thing. We need to do the right thing in order for us to become a better person.

 

 

 

 

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 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 quiet and find a less time-consuming job.”

Choose the Right!!

student success statement

student success statement

"WHAT YOU ARE WILL SHOW IN WHAT YOU DO"
                                            thomas A. edison


REFLECTION: all depends in your actions, how you act or how you treat others.

Balancing High School and part-time work part 2

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:

 

 Ø Am I an organized person?

Ø What kind of study habits do I have?
Ø Do I make good use of my available time?
Ø Will I be able to manage my schedule effectively if i take on a

Think about the pros and the 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 can cut into the time you have for sleeping, studying and socializing.

                                                                         choose the right!!

 

grandparents locked girl in bathroom for six years

summary: an elementary-school aged girl got locked in an apartment bathroom for SIX YEARS!! her grandparents only let her go out to go to school. both of the parent are in prison right now for kidnapping and child endangering.

reflection: i cant believe they would do that to a 3 year old girl. thats a good thing that they're in jail right now because thats the consequences for choosing the worng and doing that.

balancing high school and part-time work part 1

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 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.

 

choose the right!!

 

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 progress in school, set up a meeting with your 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 direction. 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.

Choose the Right!!

student success statement

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

Theodore Roosevelt 

reflection: before you make a decision THINK you just need to take a second to think what are you going to do. never do bad things because there's always consequences !! always choose the right and you will go far in life. 

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 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 already 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 job satisfaction. don't take shortcuts just to "get by", instead, take challenging and difficult roads (courses) and reach higher mountain peaks of achievement.

choose the right!!

student success statement

"have the courage to say no. have the courage to face the truth. do the right thign because it is right. these are the (3) magic keys to living your life with integrity."

w.clement stone

REFLECTION: never let no one choose your actions. if they give you a bad option they're not your friends. always say the truth to live your life with integrity. you have the power to choose to choose for yourself.

tis the set of the sail

Tis the set of the sail

ELLA WHEELER WILCOX 1916

but to every mind there openeth,

away, and a way, and away.

a high sould climbs the higway,

and the low soul gropes the low.

and in between on the misty flats,

the rest drift to and fro.

 

but to every man there poneth,

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,

'this the set of the sails

and not the gales,

that tells they 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 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:

v Biology

v Chemistry or Physics

v 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:

v Chemistry or physics (the science you didn't already study)

v Advanced biology

v Advanced chemistry

v Advanced physics

Choose the Right!!

reflection

REFLECTION:
the man took forever to return the money he shouldve return the money before the 60 years. his life would of been calm and happy but he chose the wrong and thats the consequences. in a good way i think he did a good job doing that, now he feels relieved but he still going to have the memory of that time in his mind and heart.

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, transitional 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
• trigometry
• calculus

Choose the Right!!

Tis the set of the sail

Tis the set of the sail

ELLA WHEELER WILCOX 1916

but to every mind there openeth,

away, and a way, and away.

a high sould climbs the higway,

and the low soul gropes the low.

and in between on the misty flats,

the rest drift to and fro.

 

but to every man there poneth,

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,

'this the set of the sails

and not the gales,

that tells they 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 part 1

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 a solid foundation of learning that you can build on in college.

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

 

choose the right!!  

student success statement

" A MAN WITHOUT A GOAL IS LIKE A SHIP WITHOUT A RUDDER."

thomas carlyle

 

REFLECTION: if you dont have a goal is like not having a thing to aim for or to achieve.
you will not know where to go like a ship without a rudder.

                  

The power of study groups part 4

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 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 cant be fun? learning is enjoyable and exciting when you study with others.

                                                       choose the right!!!  

The Power of Study Groups part 3

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/students/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 for four to six people. In a large 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 their teacher’s questions. Include someone who understands the material better than you and can explain the concepts to someone who doesn’t understand it as well, to whom you can explain the material.

Where? Hold study group 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.

 

choose the right!!

 

 

 

 

the power of study groups part 2

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 oppotunity 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 task or a carpacity for memorization.

cover more ground. group member may be able to solve a calculus problem together that none would have solved alone.

benefit from a support system. memebers often have common goals, such as good grades. each peroson's work affects the other memebers, which results in maming members supportive of one another, socialize. its 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!

 

choose the right!!

"choosing a career"

rule#1: choose a career that is something you really like to do.
rule#2: do your research and choose carefully and thoughtfully.
rule#3: make it meaningful to you.

The more you know, the greater you marketability.

factors to consider

DO:

• explore a number of careers and majors.
• get involved
•  get advice from people in your target occupation
• follow your passion
• dare to try something new

DON'T:

•  focus on a major just to get a career out of it.
• select a major just because is "cool" or seems to promise prestige.
• let someone else push you into a job.
• assume that you have it all figured out.

factors affecting career choices\

• interests
• skills
• aptitudes
• people skills
• experience
• family traditions
• personality

where to go for help

• career center
• faculty
• upper-class students
• student organizations
• placement services
• college office

career that am interested in:

• nurse

• nursing career web
• nursing education web
• education resources for nursing
• explore health career web

student success statement

GOALS
" in life as in football, you wont go far, unless you know where the goalposts are."

ARNOLD GLASSGOW

reflection: you need to plan what are you gonna do for your future already. if you dont have any goals in your life, you're not going to know where to go in life.

the power of study groups part 1

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/students/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 loud
• share ideas
• learn from one another

 

In an effective study group, you and other students hash out lessons 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.

 

Choose the Right!!

 

walk the talk

The video was pretty interesting because it shows you about respect for others. That’s a good example to all of us, some people don’t know about respect. They are disrespecting people and they don’t have respect for themselves. You need to do the right thing to succeed in life and to get a great future.

 

 

student success statement

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

                                                         albert A montapert



REFLECTION: is your choice to choose the right or to choose the wrong. if you choose the right you will get GOOD consequences, but if you choose the wrong you will get BAD consequences. it all depends on what you do, no matter what there will be a consequence for your actions.

how to make 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:

• dont 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 dont understand.
• pause to think about whether you understand the material; ask questions  in class about anything that is unclear.
• take notes instead of higlighting- this makes you think through a rephrase the key points.
• create a summary sheet of what you learned from each assignment you read.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT!!