Student Success Statement #56

Student Success Statement

“Discipline 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 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.”

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Student Success Statement #55

Student Success Statement

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

Thomas A. Edison

Reflection

I think that this statement is trying to say that people need to try and do a better job than they already do because that shows that they really do care. If someone actually tries to do a good job, then they can be sure that they will be doing the best and get the best score because they actually tried.

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 part-time job?

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.

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Grandparents Locked Girl in Bathroom for 6 years

Grandparents Locked Girl in Bathroom for 6 years

I think that what the grandparents make horrible decisions because they don’t think things through. They decided to lock up their granddaughter in their bathroom for 6 years. They didn't think about the consequences they just decided that they would lock her up and forget all about her. She would go to school every single day and come back just to get locked up in the bathroom. She lived like that for 6 years until they finally caught them and got sent to jail. They didn't even take in consideration that that little girl was their granddaughter. People like that are people that don’t think because they didn't even think about what could have happened.

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.

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Student Success Statement #54

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 think that this statement is trying to say that people need to be a lot more careful about what they do or say. Sometimes people say what they think, and that is good that they are being honest, but sometimes it is not the truth it is just their opinion and it is not something good to just blurt out. People also need to be careful about what they do because thing can come back and haunt someone. 

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 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.

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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 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.

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Student Success Tips

Student Success Tips

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

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 at Edison.

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

4.   To reduce distraction, 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 the 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 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 and review, then 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.

15.                     See your faculty advisor every semester to register for classes.

16.                     Make use of the Library and Learning Center for study help and free tutoring services.

17.                     Being a full-time student is your 40-hour-per-week job, and like many full-time employees, you probably will not finish the job in 40 hours.

18.                     Be sure to allow time for physical activity as well as class and study time. This will help you to focus on your studies. Locker rooms and a work-out room are available on campus.

19.                     (TAA only) Plan Ahead! When you have more than a 30 week-day break in classes you will not be paid unemployment. Be sure to put aside money each week so you have money on the weeks you do not get paid.

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Student Success Statement #53

Student Success Statement

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

-Theodore Roosevelt

Reflection

I think that this statement is trying to say that people need to do the right thing even when they are under a lot of pressure. Sometimes people don’t know what to do when they have to make the decision right in the moment, but either way you need to do the right thing.

Selecting Your Courses Part 5

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 arts, 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 class to develop their talents.

Advanced Placement ProgramÒ (APÒ)    

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 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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Student Success Statement #52

Student Success Statement

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

Confucius

Reflection:

I think that this statement is trying to say that people should always do the right thing. When people have the chance to do the right thing and they don’t that is because they are scared to be a good person. Always do the right so that you don’t have to suffer that negative consequences.  

Selecting Your Courses Part 4

Selecting Your 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:

Ø U.S. history (two semesters)

Ø U.S. government (one semester)

Ø World history or geography (one semester)

Ø One additional semester in the above or other areas

Foreign Languages

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

Learning a foreign language can be challenging 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 #51

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 magic keys to living your life with integrity."

- W. Clement Stone

Reflection:

I think that this statement is trying to say that if you did the wrong thing and nobody caught you, you need to do what is best for you and do the right thing. You need to try and do the right thing by trying to decide what is the safest thing to do. You need to clear your concision and by doing that you will be choosing the right!!  

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

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Washington Sears 60 Years Later

Washington Sears 60 Years Later

I think that the person that stole the money did the right thing in returning it. Sometimes people do the wrong thing at a certain time in their life and it is good that they try to make it better. Even though they shouldn't have done the wrong thing at first, they did and it is still good to try and make it better. People need to try and make things better even after they have let time pass for a long time. 

              

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:

Ø Algebra 1

Ø Algebra 2

Ø Geometry

Ø Trigonometry

Ø Calculus

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Selecting Your Courses Part 1

Selecting Your Courses

Recommended Classes for College Success

Part 1

http://www.collegeboard.com/students/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 at least five solid academic classes every semester. Start with the basic and then move on to advanced courses. Challenging yourself is part of what makes school fun; but you need to firm grasp of the fundamentals before going on to more advanced work.

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Student Success Statement #50

Student Success Statement

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

-Thomas Carlyle

Reflection:

I think that this statement is trying to say that people need to know where they are going to end up in order to start their journey. They need to know that they will get somewhere so that they will not get lost or somehow end up in the wrong place. For example, if someone were to forget to check if the rudder was working and once they got on the ocean it wouldn't work then they would start to head the wrong direction.  

           

The Power of Study Groups Part 4

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/students/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 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 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 your enemies), and you must avoid the at all costs. 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 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 or three hours at a time. Having a time limit helps the group focus. If you know you only have an hour, you’re most likely to stay on task.

 When? Try to meet regularly, on the same day and time each week. Treating the study sessions as you would other activities helps you to keep a schedule and ensures that everyone attends.

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The Power of Study Groups Part 2

The Power of Study Groups

http://www.collegeboard.com/students/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 your APÒ  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 for ground Group members may be able to solve a calculus problem together that none would have solved alone.

Benefit from the 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 for 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#49

Student Success Statement

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

-Arnold Glasgow

Reflection

I think that this statement is trying to say that people have to know where they are going in order to reach it. If people don’t know where they are going to go they will never get there. People have to set their goals before they start to try to reach them. Also, they have to try not just wait for their goals to happen by themselves.  

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:

Ø Think out loud.

Ø Share ideas.

Ø 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.

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Walk the Talk

Walk the Talk

I feel the this video is inspirational because it helps us realize that we should actually do what we say we will do, we should actually do what we promise to do. For example sometimes people say that they will be kind and that they will start to be honest but that doesn't mean anything unless you WALK the TALK.

Actually try to do what you say you will do, don't just say it just to say it.

Student Success Statement #48

Student Success Statement 

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

-Albert A. Montapert 

Reflection:

 I think that this statement is trying to say that everyone chooses what they will live with. if someone does the wrong thing they will probably regret what they did for a very long time. people choose how their life happens and what happens in their life.