Success by Destiny mccard https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u en-us 2018-02-28 01:46:15 UTC 2025-12-18 19:42:59 UTC hello@padlet.com Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012043
If you are not already an organized person, now is the time to become one.
You’re now faced with a new school, new classes, a different schedule, and daily homework in all classes. One way to get a jump-start on being successful in high school is having an organized binder, planner, locker, and a workspace at home. Being organized allows you to put all your energy into completing an assignment, rather than wasting your time searching for it.  Throughout the year I will give you tips on how to organize your binder and keep track of your work. Organization is vital to your success in high school and beyond!
]]> 2018-06-13 13:16:06 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012043 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012342 Your homework always ties in directly with the lesson or unit we are studying.  If you do not do your homework, you will be lost in class. The units and concepts will be much more meaningful if you have completed the corresponding homework. If you have four days to do a big homework assignment, organize and plan accordingly by breaking it up into smaller pieces. It is very easy for me to tell who rushes to complete homework because it is completed in a haphazard and careless manner.   It is one thing to “turn something in” and it is quite another to submit thoughtful and superior quality work.  Be aware that your grade will directly reflect the quality & effort of your work.  ]]> 2018-06-13 13:17:25 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012342 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012574  However, the easiest way to stay on top of things and not get behind is to be in class consistently.  Be aware that simulations, debates, role-plays, and group presentations CANNOT be replicated outside of class!  By being absent, you may be missing out on important information that is vital to understanding our current topic of study. Your goal should be to avoid unnecessary absences.      ]]> 2018-06-13 13:18:38 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012574 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012719 High school moves along a lot faster than middle school. Missing one class means you have missed 100 minutes of instruction. I realize there are times when an excused absence is unavoidable.  I will go over the system I have in place for you to make u]]> 2018-06-13 13:19:17 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267012719 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013124 Most teachers are available before or after school to offer extra help to students. This time before or after school, as well lunch, are good times to ask any additional questions you may have or to get further explanations about anything you did not understand]]> 2018-06-13 13:21:28 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013124 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013318  Set up a time in advance to meet with your teacher, so the teacher can give you his/her full attention, plan accordingly, and get materials ready for you if necessary.  ]]> 2018-06-13 13:22:27 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013318 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013511 Responsibility is a recurring theme in tips for success. You need to take responsibility for yourself and your learning. Ultimately, YOU are the one who needs to know what is going on in class and what YOU need to do to succeed in class, not your parents, not your siblings, not your counselor, YOU.  Sure these people are there to help and guide you, but YOU are responsible for YOUR own learning and YOUR grade!   Ask questions, stay organized, and listen.  ]]> 2018-06-13 13:23:32 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013511 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013816 Freshman grades affect you high school transcript more than any other year, even your senior year.   The grades you earn as a freshman set the stage for your cumulative GPA (grade point average) for the rest of your high school career.  You’ll spend the next three years of high school either working to maintain OR make up the grades you earned as a freshman.  It is VERY difficult to bring up a GPA that has low scores.  Grades are a representation of you and how much work you have put forth in a course. Now is a good time to start planning for your future, and plan to get good grades now, because your grades can influence your future opportunities.  Remember that to graduate, you have to PASS classes to earn credit.  Failing = no credit = delayed graduation!  ]]> 2018-06-13 13:24:52 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267013816 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267014089 One of the most important tips I can give you is to take care of yourself and stay healthy.  Get enough sleep and be sure to eat decent food.  Without these things your mind cannot perform at peak potential. Your body is a machine and these are the two fuel items that can make or break your success in school and beyond.  
 
]]> 2018-06-13 13:26:13 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267014089 Painfulstress https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267218338 get a planner and keep it updated ]]> 2018-06-14 14:14:03 UTC https://padlet.com/Painfulstress/ylniwetqz65u/wish/267218338